Rehoboth Beach Historical Society Guided Tour
Location: Anna Hazzard Tent House, Rehoboth Beach
August 6,2010
Begins: 9:00 AM
Built in 1895 for use as housing during religious camp meetings, the Anna Hazzard Tent House is located at 17 Christian Street. It was originally located on Baltimore Avenue and moved to its current location in 1975 and opened as the first Historical Society museum in 1977.
Tour goers will then drive to the Rehoboth Beach Museum at 511 Rehoboth Avenue. The museum, formerly the town's ice house, is currently housing two exhibits. "Rehoboth Speaks: The Story of the Nation's Summer Capital" tells the story of the founding and growth of Rehoboth Beach. Items on display include stones from the Cape Henlopen Lighthouse, the engine car from the outdoor train ride at Funland, and vintage bathing suits. and post cards.
"Captain John and Sarah Avery: a 17th Century Family on Delaware's Frontier" tells the story of the Avery family. Utilizing artifacts discovered at a local archaeological dig site as a point of reference, illuminates the joys and hardships of daily life in Sussex County in the late 1600s and early 1700s. On display are English an Native American tobacco pipes, pieces of pottery from England and Germany, and hand-forged iron tools.
Conducted by longtime visitor and resident Harvey Waltersdorf, the tours of the permanent collection exhibit will be informal talks providing information and personal recollections. Tours of the Avery's Rest exhibit will be conducted by the museum director.
Tour starts at the Anna Hazzard Tent House and are free of charge. Space is limited and registration is required. 302-227-7310.
