Visit the Overfalls

Come visit the Overfalls!  We'll give you a tour you won't forget!  The Ship's Store, next to the lightship where you can purchase ship's clothing, jewelry, original art work, books, maps, and other items, is also open.

The ship is located at 219 Pilottown Road, on the canal and adjacent to beautiful Canalfront Park, in historic Lewes, Delaware.

Ship's Tours

Take a guided tour above and below decks of the refurbished Overfalls.

We are opened from Memorial day weekend though September 30, 2011

  • Monday, Thursday Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM through 4:00 PM

  • Sunday from 12:00 PM through 4:00 PM

And from October 1 through October 31, 2011

  • Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM through 4:00 PM
  • Sunday from 12:00 PM through 4:00 PM

Group Tours and Off Season tours can be arranged by contacting one of the following:

  • George Elliott - 302-645-5071 or by email

  • Dave Bernheisel - 302-645-7377 or by email

Admission

Admission is free but donations to help us with our Overfalls Foundation mission are gladly accepted.

Location

The Lightship Overfalls is located at 219 Pilottown Road, on the canal and adjacent to beautiful Canalfront Park, in Historic Lewes, Delaware.


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While in Lewes . . .

While you're in Lewes, Delaware, there's much more to keep you busy!   After you've finished enjoying our website, check out the Lewes Historical Society's pages to learn about their tours.   Some other sites you'll find useful in planning your visit to Lewes are: the local Lewes Chamber of Commerce, and the official website of the City of Lewes.