Where the sun, the sand, and the sea are still the number one attractions Along the shore of the delaware coast rests lewes, a quaint and historic sussex county town Founded in 1631, the townspeople have taken great pride in their historic heritage and enjoy the opportunity of sharing it with you.
Lewes Castle East Sussex taken from the Barbican Stock Photo - Alamy
History lewes was the site of the first european settlement in delaware, a whaling and trading post that dutch settlers founded on june 3, 1631, and named zwaanendael (swan valley)
[7] the colony had a short existence, as a local tribe of lenape indians killed all 32 settlers in 1632.
Quiet and dignified, charming and friendly, lewes is perhaps the most beloved town in delaware View the latest press releases and community calendar postings Lewes's participation in delaware 250 All personal items must be removed from the beach and dunes by october 13th.
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It lies on the river ouse at the point where the river cuts through the south downs A traditional market town and centre of communications, in 1264 it was the site of the battle of lewes.
