Town in Delaware, United States
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Magnolia is a town in Kent County, Delaware. It is nestled between the towns Rising Sun and Little Heaven. Magnolia is south of Dover, the state capital, and is about a mile away from the St. Jones River. Similar to the surrounding towns, Magnolia has great small town appeal. To give you an idea of just how small it is, the entire town has two stop lights. It was founded in 1885 by Thomas H. McIlvaine, John B. Conner, Thomas Draper, James L. Heverin, William S. McLain, John W. Wall, Alexander Jackson, Jacob Prettyman, and Captain James Grier.
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This local fire company was started in 1927. The first building to house the fire department was to the left of the town water tower, it is still standing and is now Magnolia Town Hall. The building which is now home to the Magnolia Fire Company is across the street from Town Hall. This new building was built in 1938 and has been expanded many times since then.
This home is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built in 1905, and was home to one of the last great peach barons of the area. It is recognized for its architecture and for its agricultural association. A humorous and unique feature of this home is the sign outside of the residence proclaiming Magnolia as the center of the universe.
This home is also recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built as a private residence in 1774. The home is known as a form Quaker Mansion and is revered for its brickwork and large trees.
This landing is used mostly by fisherman. Scotton Landing is a common spot for people to crab as well. It is a great site to see the sunrise and sunset. The area is surrounded by marsh and beautiful foliage.
This cemetery is known now as Mother Kill Friends' Burial Ground, but was used to be known as Motherkiln Preparative Meeting Ground. The land had been used as a meeting space for Quaker worshipers. Few headstones still stand, but the land is said to hold the remains of over 150 people. The Quaker Burial Ground was started in the late 1700s.
This cozy restaurant is known for its down home food. Many older couples frequent the restaurant for their weekly meal out together. The menu consists of foods similar to many east coast diners (e.g. open-faced sandwiches, chicken and dumplings, and various homemade desserts).
1 heading south toward Milford and turning left onto Barkers Landing Road, you will drive right into the town of Magnolia. You can also get to Magnolia by following Rt. 10 to Main St.
Read in the guideThe town is so small that it is easy to get around just by walking. Most areas in Magnolia have sidewalks so getting around in this manner is not difficult at all.
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