Wilmington Live Cam

The largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware

What You're Watching

This camera provides a live view of Wilmington. Wilmington History Wilmington is a city in the state of Delaware, located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. The area that is now Wilmington was originally inhabited by the Lenape Native American tribe, and the first European settlement in the area was established by the Dutch in the mid-17th century. In the late 17th and early 18th centuries, the area was part of the Pennsylvania.

Best Times to Watch

Time / PeriodWhat to expect
Morning 7–10am localCalm water; boat traffic starting the day
WeekendsMaximum recreational boat and marina activity
SunsetGolden light on water surface
Storm or weather eventsCheck conditions before boating or fishing

Quick Facts

History & Context

Wilmington History Wilmington is a city in the state of Delaware, located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. The area that is now Wilmington was originally inhabited by the Lenape Native American tribe, and the first European settlement in the area was established by the Dutch in the mid-17th century. In the late 17th and early 18th centuries, the area was part of the Pennsylvania colony and was known as "New Sweden" due to the Swedish settlement that had been established there in the mid-17th century. In 1739, the area was incorporated as a town and named after Spencer Compton, the Earl of Wilmington. During the American Revolution, Wilmington was an important center of trade and industry, and the city played a significant role in the war effort. After the war, the city continued to grow and prosper, becoming an important center of manufacturing and commerce.

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