The Cannonball House
A historic Lewes home, notable for a cannonball embedded in its foundation from the War of 1812, now serving as the local Maritime Museum.

📜 Historic home in Lewes, Delaware, built around 1765.
🔍 Features a cannonball embedded in its foundation from the 1813 Bombardment of Lewes.

Why Go

⚓ Explore maritime history and artifacts
🏛️ Visit a unique War of 1812 landmark
📚 Learn about local history and community
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Educational visit for all ages

Why Avoid

💤 Small museum, quick visit
⚠️ Cannonball missing since May 2023 (only a dent remains)

Tips

🅿️ Street parking available on Front Street.

Cost

💰 No admission fee, $5 donation appreciated.

Hours

🕒 Apr-Oct: Wed-Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
🕒 Nov-Dec 20: Thurs-Sat 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
🚫 Closed Dec 21 - Mar 31.

Last updated 4 days ago

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