Visit the Overfalls

Come visit the Overfalls!  We'll give you a tour you won't forget!  The Ship 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, Museum and Store Operating Hours

Take a guided tour above and below decks of the refurbished Overfalls. The last daily tour starts at 3:30.

We are open seasonally 10AM through 4PM:

  • Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend - Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

  • After Labor Day weekend until season close (October 9) - Saturday & Sunday.

  • Veteran’s Day, November 11th

Group Tours and Off Season tours can be arranged by contacting:

Admission

  • Adults $5.00

  • Children 14 and under are free (15 and over pay as adults)

  • Overfalls Foundation members are free.

Location

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

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.