Introduction to Seaford, Delaware
Seaford, Delaware, in Sussex county, is 64 miles SE of Dundalk, Maryland (center to center} and 70 miles SE of Baltimore, Maryland.
Seaford History
The first settlement in the Seaford area was recognized as "Martin's Hundred" and occupied an extremely large tract of land. With the Civil War, division crept into the community of Seaford. In 1865, towards the end of the war, this town became incorporated. The incorporation occurred with the help of a Councilman - Alderman form of government, which is still present today.
Seaford and nearby Attractions
- Marvel Museum
- Seaford Museum
- Kiwanis Park
- Soroptimist Park
- Poplar Hill Mansion
Things To Do In Seaford
If interested in historic sites, tourists can visit the Poplar Hill Mansion. One can visit the Marvel Museum, Seaford Museum as well as the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art. Other interesting places include the Soroptimist Park and the Williams Pond Park. Seaford Historical Society Ross Mansion is also famous for its historic importance. Seaford hosts the Towne and Country Fair and the Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival every year.
Seaford Transportation
Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional airport is the nearest airport to Seaford.
Seaford Higher Education
Institutes of higher education near Seaford include the Salisbury State University, Delaware Technical and Community College - Owens, University of Maryland-Eastern Shore, and Delaware State University.
