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Heroic Early Dutch Efforts to Colonize Delaware—Lewes History
Kiliaen van Rensselaer & The Dutch West India Company’s Heroic Efforts to Colonize Delaware
Kiliaen van Rensselaer, more than any person, had a vision of colonization for New Netherland (New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Delaware) as early as the 17th century. Others focused on trade, especially on fur, and on making big profits for themselves. Van Rensselaer, the director of the West India Company, was the only Dutch promoter of the New Netherland settlements to be successful. The event will take place at the Rollins Center, 101 Adams Ave., with admission at $10 per person. For more information, visit https://www.historiclewes.org/events/.
Event Details:
Event Date:
Thu, 08/14/2025 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Event Location:
Margaret H. Rollins Community Center, Rollins Meeting Room
Address:
Margaret H. Rollins Community Center
101 Adams Ave.
Lewes, DE 19958
Contact Name:
Lewes Historical Society
Contact Phone:
(302) 645-7670
