Dear Reader

Ever dreamed of cozying up by the fire in a historic cottage with that book you've been dying to read? Or to spread a blanket in the summer shade next to heirloom vegetable gardens while re-reading a childhood favorite? In First State Heritage Park's Dear Reader Bookclub, you'll get to do just that!

Join the gals at First State Heritage Park, a Delaware State Park, as we discuss our favorite history books, both fiction and non-fiction, in the historic John Bell House! Built in the mid-1700s, this cozy wood building offers the perfect setting to discuss your favorite historic topics in a fun and easygoing atmosphere!

This year is America's 250th birthday!

To celebrate, Dear Reader is reading through all the Dear America series! Dear America is a series of young adult historical fiction novels written as diaries of young women who experienced pivotal points of American history, including The American Revolution, the Mine Wars, Westward Expansion, the Trail of Tears, the Civil War, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, WWII, and many, many more. With over thirty-six books to read, we've got a lot to talk about!

Keep an eye on the website! Each meeting we will be discussing the book(s) we are currently reading, which can be found in the Currently Reading tab! This will be updated after every meeting so you know which books to read next!

WHEN: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month | 5:30-6:30 PM

WHERE: The John Bell House, 43 the Green, Dover, DE, 19901

WHAT ELSE: Parking on the Green is free and accessible! Books will not be provided; please provide your own. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages! For further questions, please email below.

Learn more about First State Heritage Park, the John Bell House, and Delaware State Parks here.