Welcome to the Delaware Historical Society's online object catalogue!

You can use this database to search our extensive holdings of objects related to Delaware history.
This catalogue is a work in progress and is being updated regularly so please check back often!
The Society has collections both at our Wilmington campus and also at the Read House and Gardens in New Castle.
Please click on the links below to explore our collections.

Search the collection

Or click on the easy searches below to explore collections at the Read House and Gardens by room:

  • Back Parlor

  • Bathing Room

  • Dining Room

  • Front Hall (First Floor)

  • Front Parlor

  • Hall (Second Floor)

  • Housekeeper's Office

  • Laird Bedroom

  • Nursery

  • Pantry

  • Kitchen

  • Read Bedroom

  • Servant's Room

  • Tap Room

  • Wash House