Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur’s founder, was a visionary collector and passionate horticulturalist. He turned his country estate into a museum with the vision that it would be a source of inspiration and education for visitors. Today, Founder’s Circle members carry forward that legacy with their support.
In appreciation of their generosity, Founder’s Circle members enjoy opportunities to engage with Winterthur’s collections and connect with our curators across the museum, garden, and library.
Founder’s Circle Members Make an Impact
Through their generosity, Founder’s Circle members provide critical resources for Winterthur’s programs and initiatives. Members enjoy exceptional access and opportunities for learning and engagement with fellow donors. Benefits include:
| $2,500 | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invitations to exclusive donor events, academic programs | x | x | x | x |
| Invitation to the Delaware Antiques Show Opening Night preview party and daily complimentary general admission | x | x | x | x |
| Special access to Winterthur’s senior staff members through private tours and general advisory services | x | x | x | x |
| Subscription to the Founder’s Circle newsletter | x | x | x | x |
| Invitation to the fall Founder’s Circle Annual Meeting | x | x | x | x |
| Fully tax-deductible annual contributions | x | x | x | x |
| A subscription to Winterthur Portfolio: A Journal of American Material Culture, published three times a year for Winterthur by the University of Chicago Press | x | x | ||
| Opportunity to host a cocktail reception and personalized tour of the Winterthur collection, garden, or library with senior staff members (additional fees may apply) | x | x | ||
| Opportunity to schedule a private dinner for your household and six guests with Winterthur’s director and senior staff members (additional fees may apply) | x |
In addition to unique experiences, Founder’s Circle members receive daily free admission to the museum, garden, and estate, dawn-to-dusk access to the estate during our annual winter closure, and a 10% discount on shopping and dining at Winterthur.
For more information, please contact Alexandra Izzard in the Founder’s Circle office at aizzard@winterthur.org or 302.888.4878.