I have been going here since I was a child. They have made so many improvements over the years... read more
We enjoyed learning about the history of John's father, John growing up and becoming a key role in... read more
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I have been going here since I was a child. They have made so many improvements over the years. Lovely place and nice grounds.
We enjoyed learning about the history of John's father, John growing up and becoming a key role in the birth of our country. Good tour and well maintained home and grounds.
We stopped in to tour this plantation home and see the beautiful grounds. The house has historic significance as a stop along the Underground Railroad. After inheriting the plantation from his father, John Dickinson later freed the 60+ slaves on the plantation and grated them...More
Guides were great. Covered all the rooms and even kept toddlers interested with thier stories. Short movie to begin your visit explains the family history.
I was in Dover for a 1st-person training program, and had an opportunity to go through the Dickinson Plantation. The site was well taken care of, and the docent provided great information about the Plantation and it's owner, John Dickinson. The tour lasted about 1.5...More
This museum is suitable for all ages. Began by watching a video as an introduction to the life of John Dickinson, a founding father. Guide was dressed colonial-style, she had a lot to say about each room in the house and was well informed. An...More
We really enjoyed this tour of a historic plantation owned by an important figure in Delaware history. The house was interesting and was partially furnished with period furniture. The guides and staff were passionate and knew their stuff. As with most of the attractions in...More
We had cabin fever and since it was such a nice day decided to make the 2 hour drive and visit Dickinson Plantation. This was a great decision on our part. The tour started in the barn with a short film on John Dickson and...More
We went as a family during school break. The Docent was very good and knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of our six-year-old’s questions. It was well worth the visit on a cold December day.
We attended for the third time the Dickinson Plantation with visiting friends. Very interesting history as it relates to Kent County and Sover,De.
