Woodburn: Governor's House

Point Of Interest

Contact

151 Kings Highway SW, Dover, Delaware

(302) 739-5656

kristy.huxhold@delaware.gov

woodburn.delaware.gov

Description

Woodburn has served as the official residence of the Governor of Delaware since it was purchased by the state in 1965. Today, its historical importance has been credited to the home's architecture, as to its previous notable residents including farmers, landowners, an abolitionist, two U.S. Senators, two doctors, a dentist, a judge and eight recent Delaware Governors. This home was built circa 1798 by Charles Hillyard III, and is one of the finest Middle Period Georgian houses in Delaware. Visitors can find detailed information about the history of Woodburn, and see photo galleries for the exterior and gardens of Woodburn.

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Location

Lat: 39.161363 Lng: -75.523252