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We’re excited that June will mark the third anniversary of the Friends of Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site and are celebrating with three extraordinary events you won’t want to miss: Historic home tours, Saturday, June 3, 9 am – 2 pm. You’ll have the rare chance to tour two stories of the Cooch Family Home, guided by expertsContinue reading “Three extraordinary events will mark the Friends’ third anniversary”

Join historical interpreters for an introductory program on the history of the Cooch’s Bridge homestead. Learn about the individuals who lived on the property, how they shaped the land around them, and how the location’s landscape contributed to national history. Tours will take place at 10 am and 1 pm on the following dates: MarchContinue reading “Guided tours are available. Reserve your spot now!”

#DoMore24 is coming in March. It’s a great way to stretch your gift to the Friends of Cooch’s Bridge, because donations are matched from an immense statewide pool of funds. Sign up now to receive an email reminder to donate. Visit https://www.domore24delaware.org/events/166/remind_me

Delaware Public Media’s Kyle McKinnon recently interviewed site supervisor Kaitlyn Dykes about the state’ plans for the site. Go here to listen.

“Lightning in a Bottle,” released on streaming platforms today by coauthors John Faye and Sug Daniels, was inspired by their recent visit to Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site. Go here to listen to the new song. The two Philly artists, although a generation apart, share Delaware roots, and found their visit to Cooch’s Bridge brought homeContinue reading “New Song Inspired by Cooch’s Bridge Released”

The Friends are pleased to announce Tastes of Cooch’s Bridge, Sunday, October 23, 6-9 pm at Buena Vista in New Castle. Dinner co-chairs Ashley Cloud and David Young invite you to an extraordinary evening of dining, fun, and fellowship—all for an urgent purpose. Experience the culinary magic of Chef Lion Gardner… Delaware’s own Chef LionContinue reading “Dine in style for an urgent purpose”

In a new interview, President Vince Watchorn details the Friend’s successes to date. Go here to read it.

Watch our special celebration of Juneteenth in full.