Milford Walking Tour

Want to learn more about early Milford history? The Milford Museum is offering several walking tours this summer. On Saturday May 25 local historian, Dave Kenton will highlight the history of South Milford. Participants will gather at the Milford Museum at 121 S. Walnut Street at 10:00 a.m. The South Milford tour will make stops at Henry Hudson's homesite (Library) and proceed to early shipyards owned by William Scribner, James H. Deputy, Carlisle & Revel, Lank & Black, Abbott, and Vinyard. It will continue past the early Milford Ballpark and Fireman's Carnival grounds and around the Causey Mansion to the L.D. Caulk Company's original plant. The walk will conclude with a discussion of Milford's railway depot, lumber yards and mansions along Causey Avenue.

Tours will last about two hours. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Reservations are required and may be obtained by calling the Museum 302-424-1080. The cost of the tour is $10 which is payable in advance or the day of the tour.
The Milford Museum is located at 121 S. Walnut Street, Milford, DE. It is open 10am - 3:30pm Tuesday through Saturday, and 1pm - 3:30pm on Sunday. Closed on Mondays and Holidays.

Admission is FREE. For additional information please call (302) 424-1080.