Bellefonte, Delaware--99 Years Old and Still Charming

Historic Bellefonte, Delaware has a population of 1193 and a land area of .18 square miles. It’s hard to imagine it as an arts, antiques, and “eclectica” hot spot, but it is. Situated a stone’s throw from the Delaware River between the northern edge of Wilmington, Delaware and the Pennsylvania State line, this incorporated town is getting ready to celebrate 100 years since its 1915 founding.

A visit to Brandywine Boulevard finds Bellefonte Arts at number 803 getting ready for a special exhibit, with new work showing up in time for the Art Loop on the First Friday of each month . One of the two small rooms of the gallery finds displays that can be rolled to the side for art classes. Further information on classes and exhibits is available or check the Facebook page or  Bellefontearts.blogspot.com/

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Across Brandywine Boulevard at number 800 is Eclectica, (bottom left and right and top left above), which, is getting in a selection of Spring  jewelry, scarves, soaps, and tchochkes for a wide range of tastes. You can check out the Eclectica  Facebook page for more information. I did learn that they are open Tues., Weds. and Fri. 11-5:45 and Thurs. to 4:45. (302-888-1824) but they post hours daily on Facebook.

The Bellefonte Cafe at 804 Brandywine Boulevard has new owners and  a highly recommended menu and live music . For a schedule of live music and hours, check the Bellefonte Cafe Facebook page.

Take the opportunity to wander across Brandywine Boulevard  #903 to visit Tonya Smallwood at her shop, A Dance Through Time Resale Shop, “A place to find timeless treasures.” They are open Weds.-Sat. 12-5 and Sun. 12-4.See their Facebook page for more info.

Bellefonte Vintage has recently come under the ownership of Susan Walton, who has  put her own spin on “antiques and great finds”. She is at 901 Brandywine Blvd., at www.bellefontevintage.com. Open Tues-Sat  11-5, Sun 12-4.

Homes currently for sale in Bellefonte, Delaware:

Home sales in Bellefonte, Delaware settled in last 6 months. The average age of sold

homes was 73 years and the average square footage was 1371 Square feet.

Looking to buy or sell an older home in New Castle County, Delaware?

Contact Carolyn Roland, Your Older Homes Resource.

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