History of Newark, Delaware, USA

1694 - Newark, Delaware founded

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Newark received a license from King George II to hold semi-annual fairs and weekly markets for agricultural exchange in 1758.

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A grammar school, founded by Francis Alison in 1743, moved from New London, Pennsylvania to Newark in 1765, becoming the Newark Academy.
Among the first graduates of the school were three signers of the Declaration of Independence: George Read, Thomas McKean, and James Smith.
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A paper mill, the first sizable industrial venture in Newark, was created around 1798.
This mill, eventually known as the Curtis Paper Mill, was the oldest paper mill in the United States until its closing in 1997.
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The state granted a charter to a new school in 1833, which was called Newark College.
Newark Academy and Newark College joined together in the following year, becoming Delaware College. The school was forced to close in 1859, but was resuscitated eleven years later under the Morrill Act when it became a joint venture between the State of Delaware and the school's Board of Trustees. In 1913, pursuant to legislative Act, Delaware College came into sole ownership of the State of Delaware. The school would be renamed the University of Delaware in 1921.
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1854 - Newark
Newark, a post-village of Newcastle co., Delaware, on the Wilmington and Baltimore railroad, 12 miles W. S. W. from Wilmington. It has 8 churches, an academy, and several hotels, and is the seat of Delaware College, which was founded in 1833.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1895 - Newark
Newark, a post-village of New Castle co., Del., on the Pennsylvania & Delaware Branch Railroad where it crosses the Philadelphia, Wilmington & Baltimore Railroad, 12 miles W.S.W. of Wilmington. It contains 4 or 5 churches, an academy, a national bank, and the Delaware College (non-sectarian), which was organized in 1870. Newark has also a newspaper office, a foundry, a paper-mill, a woollen mill, and 2 carriage-shops. Pop. in 1890, 1191.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1906
Newark, a banking post-town of Newcastle co., Del., on the Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington and the Baltimore and Ohio Rs., 12 miles WSW. of Wilmington. It contains the Delaware State College (non-sectarian), which was organized in 1870, and the Newark Academy and has machine-shops and paper and fibre-mills. Pop. in 1900, 1213.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Whether you're a local looking for something new or a visitor exploring the area, here's a list of places to go and things to do in Newark:
University of Delaware: Newark is home to the University of Delaware, so start your visit with a stroll through its picturesque campus. The Green is the central hub and a great place to take a leisurely walk.

Main Street: Newark's Main Street is packed with shops, restaurants, and cafes. It's a perfect spot for shopping, dining, and people-watching. Don't miss the annual Newark Food & Brew Fest if you're a foodie.

White Clay Creek State Park: If you're a nature lover, this park offers hiking, bird-watching, and even fishing. The landscapes are beautiful, and the park is a great place to escape into the great outdoors.

Iron Hill Museum: Learn about the history of Newark and the surrounding region at the Iron Hill Museum. It's a small but informative place, perfect for history buffs.

Christina Park: A lovely spot for a picnic or just a leisurely walk. The Christina River flows through it, offering beautiful views. You can also find a playground for kids.

Newark Reservoir: ... Read MORE...