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Create a stunning bronze pendant with Tony Perrin of Lock & Key Design. You'll sculpt your unique design using professional molds, then select a beautiful semi-precious stone as an accent and learn wire-wrapping techniques to attach them. After refining your pendant with professional sanding tools, choose the perfect chain to complete your design. Your finished …
Create a stunning heirloom ornament with Tony Perrin of Lock & Key Design. He will guide you as you hand-paint intricate leaf and vine motifs using rich acrylic paints and luxurious liquid gold leaf. Tony will add delicate bronze sculpted flowers—each one individually handcrafted in his studio specifically for your ornament—before you select a georgette …
Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the garden on a walking tour led by Collin Hadsell, horticulturist. See what’s in bloom and explore unseen or off-the-beaten-path areas of the garden. Members free. Reservations required; limited to 50 participants. Wear walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray. Portions of the walk may be …
Join us to explore some of the hotspots for birds at Winterthur, including wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along Clenny Run. Observe resident birds as well as migrating raptors, warblers, and sparrows. For beginning or experienced bird watchers. Bring your binoculars. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. $20; $10 for …
Exclusively for Members! Make colorful multimedium artwork inspired by Pennsylvania German furniture and fraktur using printmaking techniques. Spend time with other creative Members and receive guidance from Ellery Coleman, artist and tour program assistant. Free. Supplies included. Registration required; capacity limited. Ages 13 and up. Register now. This event is part of Member Appreciation Week, September 8–13. …
Race through the rolling meadows and enjoy the beauty of the scenic landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event offers a refreshing way to celebrate the season. $35. Includes after-hours access to Winterthur for 5K race, glass of wine, Winterthur stemless wine glass, a Philly pretzel, and live music. Proceeds …
Children and their adults will enjoy hands-on activities and walks with a Delaware Master Naturalist. Learn about the natural lands at Winterthur, the plants and animals living here, and how naturalists and citizen scientists work to care for them. Children will receive a special pin for each Eco Explorer program they attend. Registration required; capacity …
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Included with admission. Members free. After adding general admission to your cart, please select Director’s Garden Walk under Tour Options. Meet at the Visitor Center patio. Walks start promptly at scheduled time and take place on …
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Be a part of America’s 250th anniversary. America’s Tapestry is a project featuring 13 hand-embroidered panels, one for each of the original colonies, illustrating the diverse stories of individual contributions–many overlooked–that reveal the struggle for Independence. Panels are created by talented artisans from New Hampshire to Georgia. The Delaware tapestry captures a pivotal moment in …
Walk to Armor Meadow with Jim Magee, supervisor of natural lands, who will explain the decision-making for the end of the growing season. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, horticulture, or habitats. Activities may include a walk, talk, or …
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Take a walk through an area of the garden that has many hidden histories and achievements as you travel to Browns Woods and Meadow with Tyler Johnson, tour program assistant. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, horticulture, or habitats. …
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Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the early fall garden on a walking tour led by Collin Hadsell, horticulturist. See what’s in bloom and explore unseen or off-the-beaten-path areas of the garden. Members free. Reservations required; limited to 50 participants. Wear walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray. Portions of the walk …
Get up close to big equipment, suit up in firefighter gear, take a hayride, and more on this day of farm-style fun. Included with admission. Members free. This is a rain or shine, drop-in event, although you may register in advance. Register now. Sponsored by the state of Delaware on behalf of the DE529 Education …