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Enjoy the spectacle of thousands of azalea blossoms and acres of wildflowers. The day’s events include plant sales, guided and self-guided tours of Azalea Woods, and more. Included with admission. Members free. Register now.
Grab some complimentary coffee, juice, and a pastry and enjoy exclusive early access to our specialty sale of azalea plants propagated from specimens on the estate. Selection is limited, so come early to get your favorite variety. Drop-in program.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of spring with Susan Sibley, horticulturist for Azalea Woods. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Purchase tickets. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October. May 15—Dig That Quarry Garden! Walk May 22—Field Sketching May 29—Fabulous …
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Enjoy a fun-filled day celebrating the environment and discover ways to increase sustainability, conservation, and a love of the natural world with Winterthur’s Delaware Master Naturalists. Admission includes: 10:00 am–4:30 pm Native Plant Sale by Gateway Garden Center (Greenhouses) Guided and self-guided nature walks and tram tours Activities and giveaways 10:00–11:00 am Nancy Bell of …
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. Included with admission. Free for Members. In case of inclement weather, an update message will be left at 302.888.4915 approximately three hours before the walk. …
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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. Park in the …
Learn about the history, design, and plants in this garden area with Jim Pirhalla, horticulturist. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Purchase tickets. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October. May 22—Field Sketching May 29—Fabulous Ferns in the Garden Walk …
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Budding Naturalists (ages 6–9) Kids enjoy hands-on activities and walks with a Delaware Master Naturalist and learn about the land at Winterthur, the plants and animals living here, and how naturalists and citizen scientists work to care for them. Reservations required. Limited capacity (15 children). $18 per child. $10 per Member child. General admission rates …
Blooming Naturalists (ages 10–12) Kids enjoy hands-on activities and walks with a Delaware Master Naturalist and learn about the land at Winterthur, the plants and animals living here, and how naturalists and citizen scientists work to care for them. Reservations required. Limited capacity (15 children). $18 per child. $10 per Member child. General admission rates …
Bring a sketchpad, pencils, and erasers and be prepared to have fun! The practice of field sketching allows you to closely observe items in nature so you can better understand them. Artistic experience is not necessary. Included with admission. Free for Members. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, …
Enjoy a leisurely stroll with Linda Eirhart, director of horticulture and senior curator of plants, as she shares her wealth of knowledge about ferns with you. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Purchase tickets. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, …
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Inspired by the Japanese art of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku), forest therapy helps us understand how mindful time in nature can increase a sense of calm, clarity, and connection to our true selves and to nature. This guided garden walk is for guests 15 and older who are comfortable experiencing nature through the senses. Registration required. …