Dutch House

The Dutch House is a brick building from the late 17th century with exposed wooden ceiling beams, decorative finishes, and fireplaces in Federal style. Inside, you can see how the layout and features changed across different periods as the structure was modified over time.

The house was built around 1690 and reflects early Dutch building traditions in the region. About 130 years later it was substantially rebuilt, with a new upper floor and renovations in Federal style.

The house displays how early colonists lived day to day and what mattered in their homes. The collection gives visitors a sense of the routines and habits that shaped life in early Delaware.

The house is located in the historic district of New Castle and is easily reached on foot. Visitors should note that the front entrance sits below current street level, which affects how you enter the building.

The front step sits noticeably below the current street level, the result of 18th-century work when the cellar was excavated and a brick exterior was added. This detail reveals how street levels changed over time in the neighborhood.

Location: New Castle

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Operator: New Castle Historical Society

Website: https://newcastlehistory.org

GPS coordinates: 39.66090,-75.56340

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:10