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Dover is controlled by Clan
Ventrue. This means that any undesirable actions fall under the direction
of the Baron of Dover. This also means that the Ventrue are responsible
for the any and all activities that occur within the city limits.
All members of any Camarilla Clan are welcome here as in any other Barony
and they are not required at this time to report to anyone as to there
presence in the city. All Traditions must be upheld as well as any
edicts and proxies devised by the Primogen Council. Any breach of
the Traditions or laws while in Dover are dealt with by the Baron.
If the breach is severe, it may be handled by the Primogen Council as a
whole.
Dover is the Capital of the State and sits in the midst of the Wasteland. It is the furtherst from any other city. Attacks can occur from a variety of sources and all are to be reported to the Baron. Unlike Wilmington which is controlled by members of many clans, Middletown is controlled soley by the Ventrue. Although any member of the state can purchase land, run a business or exert influence here. Any major company or business purchases are usually reported to the Baron as a matter of respect..
Historic Properties and Museums
1. Christ Episcopal Church (1734) - (State and Water Streets)
Originally an Anglican mission, Christ Church has been the place of
worship for a number of famous Delawareans including Nicholas Ridgely,
ratifier fo the United States Constitution. A monument to Caesar Rodney,
signer of the Declaration of Independence, can be found in the graveyard.
The church building evidences several architectural fashions of the last
three centuries and is open daily for prayer and meditation.
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2. Golden Fleece Tavern Site (c.1740) - (State and The Green)
Delaware was the first state to ratify the constitution and did so
on this site on December 7, 1787.
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3. Kent County Court House (1874) - (The Green)
This is the third County Court House. Tricentennial celebrations were
held in 1983.
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4. Landmark (1896) - (6 South State Street)
This Second Empire home with italianate features was built by Dr. Henry
Ridgely, physician, farmer and organizer of the Delaware Railroad.
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5. Legislative Hall (1932) - (Legislative Mall)
Delaware's General Assembly meets here. This and the other government
buildings that line Legislative Mall are Georgian Revival.
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6. Delaware State Visitors Center and Biggs Museum of American Art -
(406 Federal Street)
The Visitors Center features visitor information and changing exhibits.
The Biggs Museum features regional decorative arts and American paintings.
A Delaware State Museums Site.
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7. Mifflin House (1885) - (2 North State Street)
The application of green serpentine stone makes this Queen Anne residence
distinguished in Dover.
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8. Old State House (1792) - (The Green)
The Old State House is the second oldest state House in continuous
in the county. This "Official State Capital" contains the Governor's presentation
and ceremonial office and 18th century courtroom and legislative chambers.
A Delaware State Museums Site.
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9. Johnson Victrola Museum (1967) - (Bank Lane and New Street)
This museum features Delawaren, E.R. Johnson (founder of the Victor
Talking Machine Company) victrolas, recordings and artists 1901-1929. A
Delaware State Museums Site.
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10. Rose Cottage (1862) - (Corner of State and Reed Streets)
This Victorian Gothic cottage was built by Reverend Thomas B. Bradford,
the namesake of the Victorian District north of Loockerman Street called
Bradford City.
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11. Meeting House Galleries I & II (1790-1880) - (316 South Governors
Avenue)
Gallery I features an exhibit on 12,000 years of Delaware archaeology.
Gallery II "Main Street Delaware" features exhibits on small town Delaware
including printing presses and a general store. A Delaware State Museums
site. The Presbyterian cemetery is the burial site for many famous Delawareans.
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12. Woodburn (1791) - (Kings Highway)
The official residence of the Governor of Delaware. Architecturally
it is one of the State's finest houses and was a known stop on the Underground
Railroad. A fine boxwood garden covers the spacious grounds.
