The FMHA “Museum Happenings” is published monthly and more frequently as needed to keep you up-to-date on events at the Fort Miles Museum.
Fort Miles Battery 519 Museum Tours
FORT MILES BATTERY 519 MUSEUM TOURS
At present, the Museum is closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. During the winter months, once the Museum can re-open, guided tours of Battery 519, conducted by Delaware State Parks’ historic interpreters, are typically scheduled on Friday’s and Saturday’s at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. As soon as tours can resume, an update will be posted on this website.
A $5/person tour charge in is effect (children 7 and under excepted). These are group tours limited to 10 visitors per tour. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling 302-644-5007.
The Museum is subject to compliance with Delaware safety regulations, including the requirement that face masks be worn inside the Museum/Battery 519.
Fort Miles and World War II – New History Post
FORT MILES AND WORLD WAR II – NEW HISTORY POST
Thanks to FMHA volunteer Jim Shomper, a new history post has been added to our website. To view this post, scroll to the bottom of this Home Page, look for “Fort Miles and WWII history and click on “read our recent articles.” Jim’s post is entitled “The German U-Boat Threat.” Please enjoy.
James D. Shomper has been a volunteer docent at Fort Miles since 2019. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a retired corporate attorney. He resides in Lewes, DE with his wife and two rescue dogs.
Cape Henlopen State Park
Cape Henlopen State Park’s amazing beaches are now open open! For information on programs and activities offered at the Park, visit www.destateparks.com/Cape.