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Celebrating America’s independence in 1993
John Myers oversees the barrel roll on Second Street in Lewes. SOURCE: DENNIS FORNEY/CAPE GAZETTE ARCHIVES
July 1, 2025
It doesn’t get more Americana than Lewes’ annual Fourth of July celebrations. From the old-fashioned children’s games on Second Street to the afternoon boat parade in the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal and the early evening Doo-Dah Parade, the First Town in the First State knows how to celebrate the U.S. the right way. Joining these traditions more recently was the Go Fourth! fireworks show after dusk.
These photographs show how Lewes residents and visitors celebrated Independence Day in 1993. Much of it looks familiar, but the Doo-Dah Parade grown significantly over the last three decades.
A Lewes police officer leads the Doo-Dah Parade down Kings Highway.
Second Street is packed for the children’s games.
A tractor pulling a wagon full of festive riders heads down Kings Highway.
Lady Liberty is still a staple in the Doo-Dah Parade.
The Doo-Dah Parade didn’t have as much fanfare in 1993 as it does today.
