Visitor Information

Footage of the Kalmar Nyckel courtesy of the Kalmar Nyckel foundation.

Step back in time and experience the charm and beauty of colonial New Castle. Walk the cobblestone streets and enjoy the historic sites of this riverfront community.

New Castle, originally named Fort Casimir, was founded in 1651 by Peter Stuyvesant, who was sent to provide the Dutch with command of all river traffic. Because of its strategic location, ownership of the settlement was constantly changing. The flags of the Netherlands, Sweden and Great Britain have all flown over New Castle.

• Getting Around New Castle, Map of downtown. Use this map to navigate New Castle.  Don’t forget to stop at the Pier. 
• First State National Historical Park
• New Castle Historical Society (Amstel House, Dutch House, Old Library Museum)
• Historic New Castle Court House Museum
• The Read House & Gardens Museum