Explore a complete Victorian Italianate mansion with slave quarters, barns, sheds and spacious grounds. Learn what life was like before the Civil War, why a popular Delaware governor was smuggled to England with a Federal warrant out for his arrest and how the “War of Northern Aggression” changed life forever. Hours: Every Saturday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 1st & 2nd Sundays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, and by appointment. Hours may change. Check the website for current hours.
Recent Reviews
Ross Mansion
Lisa Hering : 5 on 6/30/2026 10:08 am
Beautiful historic home of one of Delaware’s governors. The tour guide was excellent. If you love history, definitely a go see.
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Ross Mansion
Michael Smith : 4 on 3/15/2026 10:39 pm
Nice house with a very nice and knowledgeable lady showing us around. She had great little stories.
Michael Smith
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Ross Mansion
Sara Montgomery : 5 on 11/18/2025 4:59 pm
The Governor Ross Mansion is a peaceful and beautifully preserved historic site. The grounds are calm and relaxing, and the house itself offers a fascinating look into 19th-century life. It’s the kind of place you appreciate more if you enjoy history, details, and slow walks through well-kept property.
Sara Montgomery
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