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Wilmington, Delaware, founded in 1638 by Swedish and Finnish settlers, has a rich history as one of the oldest cities in the United States. Originally named “Willington” after the Earl of Wilmington, the city quickly grew as a bustling port town on the Delaware River. In the 19th century, Wilmington became a major industrial hub, with the DuPont Company establishing its headquarters there in 1802, and the city grew rapidly with the development of the railroads and shipping industries. During the Civil War, Wilmington played a crucial role as a key supply center for the Union Army. After the war, the city continued to thrive as a center of industry, commerce, and culture. Today, Wilmington is known for its vibrant arts scene, historic architecture, and financial services sector. The city’s rich history and diverse population make it a unique and dynamic place to live and visit.

1- The top 10 industries that are hiring locally:

  • Healthcare
  • Technology
  • Finance
  • Education
  • Hospitality
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Construction
  • Transportation
  • Government

2- The top 10 recreational activities the area is known for:

  • Hiking
  • Wine tasting
  • Beach volleyball
  • Golfing
  • Surfing
  • Biking
  • Kayaking
  • Art galleries
  • Fishing
  • Live music concerts

3- Average low and high temperature for the month:

  • Low: 45°F
  • High: 75°F

4- Average precipitation for the month:

  • 3.5 inches

5- Elevation:

  • 500 feet above sea level

6- Average home price:

  • $400,000

7- Average household income:

  • $70,000

8- The top 10 tourist points of interest:

  • Historic downtown area
  • Local museums
  • Zoo and botanical gardens
  • Waterfront park
  • Outdoor amphitheater
  • Shopping districts
  • Local wineries
  • Top-rated restaurants
  • Scenic overlooks
  • Annual festivals and events

The top 10 restaurants:

The Brandywine

Steakhouses, American, Cocktail Bars

Loud? Check. Expensive? Check. Worth it? Totally. Small venue, reminiscent of French bistro. Not sure why it IS so noisy, there’s not THAT many people in…

Bardea Food & Drink

Bars, Italian

We came for a date night on a Friday. After trying some other spots on Market we quickly learned into our date why Bardea has a monopoly downtown. We sat at…

Farmer & the Cow

Burgers, Whiskey Bars, American

As burger lover. This place is worth a stop in. At least twice. So many good choices and the bar is amazing. The staff informative and friendly

Dorcea

American

So parking for this place is the opened lot at the corner. The restaurant has a few spots. I walked into the restaurant. Tv by the bar. This place is small but…

Big Fish Grill on the Riverfront

Seafood, American

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Eclipse Bistro

New American

What a pleasant surprise! We were in town for a couple of days and were told this would be a good place for lunch. It was. The fried asparagus were…

The Copper Dram

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Scalessa’s

Italian

Wonderful food and service! The staff was really understanding as they accommodated our large party and made us feel at home. We really appreciated it as we…

Miss Winnie’s

Caribbean

At Miss Winnies we work with only the best food suppliers, insuring that we always have the best and always fresh ingredients. You’ll find a large variety of dishes made to satisfy…

Manje Caribbean Cuisine

Caribbean

Definitely one of the best restaurants I’ve tried in the West Chester area. The service is warm and friendly and the food is impeccably delicious. Just the right amount of spiciness;…

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