Seaford Museum

The Seaford Museum presents the history of Delaware over the ages

Courtesy of the Seaford Historical Society

Quick Facts

Location:

203 High Street, Seaford, DE 19973

Significance:

The Seaford Museum preserves Seaford’s maritime heritage, industrial growth, and role in the Underground Railroad. As a partner in the NPS Chesapeake Gateways Visitor Experience Network, it highlights the region’s deep connections to the Nanticoke River and Chesapeake Bay.

Designation:

Partner

MANAGED BY:

Seaford Historical Society

Amenities

6 listed

Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Internet/WiFi Available, Parking - Auto, Restroom - Accessible, Wheelchair Accessible

Located in historic downtown Seaford, Delaware, just steps from the Nanticoke River, the Seaford Museum offers a deep dive into the region’s rich history and its lasting connections to the Chesapeake Bay. Recognized as one of Delaware’s best small museums (Delaware Today), this engaging site takes visitors on a journey from the area's earliest inhabitants to the modern era.

The museum’s extensive collection includes artifacts and exhibits highlighting key aspects of Seaford’s past, from Harriet Tubman’s Underground Railroad connections to the town’s maritime heritage. The Nanticoke Maritime Gallery immerses visitors in waterfront life from a century ago, featuring interactive displays on oyster shucking, shipbuilding, and riverboat navigation. Additional hands-on exhibits throughout the museum encourage guests to turn knobs, push buttons, and listen to stories of the past.

The Seaford Museum is a proud partner of the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, NPS Chesapeake Gateways, Nanticoke Heritage Byway, and the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. After exploring the museum, visitors can stroll along Seaford’s River Walk, where historic signs tell the story of the once-thriving waterfront industries.Learn more and plan your visit at the Seaford Museum.