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SUMMARY:Midsummer
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the summer solstice\, reconnect with nature and enjoy bonfires\, dancing\, and food inspired by the garden. Start the evening with a garden spritz at the historic greenhouses and watch Sarah Rafferty of Atwater Designs demonstrate the process of cyanotype. Climb aboard the hayride for a journey through the garden to see the sunset over the Browns Woods Meadow. $75. Includes a welcome sparkling toast\, summer-inspired cocktail\, light fare\, live music\, and access to the garden.  \nCanceled. \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/midsummer/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T200000
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SUMMARY:Garden to Vase: Flowers as Art
DESCRIPTION:Visit the new exhibition Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur\, then design your own piece of floral art. Gallery tour starts at 4:30 pm. Registration required by June 9. $80; $70 for Members. \nSold out. \nJoin us for these upcoming workshops: \nAugust 21—Garden to Vase: Blooms in the Grass \nSeptember 18—Garden to Vase: Fall Flower Bounty \nOctober 16—Garden to Vase: Fall Wreath Ring \nDecember 4—Floral Design Workshop: Mini Dried-Flower Tree \nDecember 18—Garden to Vase: Holiday Centerpiece \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-to-vase-flowers-as-art/
CATEGORIES:Class,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240508T223916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T140120Z
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SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Meadow Hike
DESCRIPTION:Let’s take a hike! Join Delaware Master Naturalists on a walk to one of the estate’s special meadow areas. \nProgram starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members.  \nRegister now. \nJoin our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October. \nJune 26—Wander through Winterthur’s Farm History \nJuly 3—Winterthur’s Hydrangea Collection \nJuly 10—East Barn Pond \nJuly 17—Pollinator Box \nJuly 24—Garden by Design \nJuly 31—Garden by Design  \nAugust 7—Nature Walk \nAugust 14—Beekeeping Basics \nAugust 21—Civil War History \nAugust 28—Cutting Garden
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-meadow-hike/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240206T134851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210812Z
UID:45403-1718784000-1718791200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:For the Birds: Birding Walks
DESCRIPTION: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 Visitor Parking Lot and meet at the Picnic House (the small building at the far end of the lot). Walks start promptly at scheduled time. In case of inclement weather\, an update message will be left at 302.888.4864 by 7:00 am on the morning of the walk. \nSold out. \nJoin us for birding walks on July 17 and August 21.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/for-the-birds-birding-walks-10/
CATEGORIES:Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240513T143920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210027Z
UID:46904-1718629200-1718636400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Cover to Cover\, Naturally! A Nature Lover's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Overstory by Richard Powers\nRead books with nature in mind\, then come together with Delaware Master Naturalists and others in the Brown Center for a casual chat and snack. For this program\, read The Overstory by Richard Powers. Registration required. To register\, send an email to jcrawford@winterthur.org. \nHeadshot by Shawn Poynter (for the New York Times). Cover photo courtesy of W. W. Norton & Company.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/cover-to-cover-naturally-a-nature-lovers-book-club-3/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Member,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240521T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141931Z
UID:47708-1718532000-1718553600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Artist-in-Residence: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
DESCRIPTION:Wonders of Nature through Art\nMeet Artist-in-Residence Sarah Bourne Rafferty of Atwater Designs and watch her create works of art using cyanotype\, the oldest photographic process. Cyanotypes are created by imprinting plants and non-organic elements under sunlight on paper (or other surface) that has been treated with a light sensitive solution. See her most recent creations and marvel at how she turns the beauty of the Winterthur Garden into a permanent new form with the help of the sun. Her work will be available for purchase in the greenhouses. \nSarah’s scheduled residence dates:\nSaturday\, June 8 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSunday\, June 9 | 2 pm – 4 pm \nMonday\, June 10 | closed \nTuesday\, June 11 | 10 am – 4 pm \nWednesday\, June 12 | 10 am – 4 pm \nThursday\, June 13 | 10 am – 4 pm \nFriday\, June 14 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSaturday\, June 15 | not present this day \nSunday\, June 16 | 10 am – 4 pm  \nA prolific local artist\, Sarah taught darkroom and digital photography for many years before launching Atwater Designs. Her work has been displayed in galleries around the world and in features or collaborative projects with Town and Country Magazine\, Ralph Lauren\, and others. Sarah lives locally\, where she promotes handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Brandywine Valley. After her residency\, Sarah will return to demonstrate cyanotype and display her work at our Midsummer event on June 22 and for the Sun\, Cyanotype\, and Sundial event on August 18. \nDrop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artist-in-residence-sarah-rafferty/2024-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240521T201306Z
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SUMMARY:Artist-in-Residence: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
DESCRIPTION:Wonders of Nature through Art\nMeet Artist-in-Residence Sarah Bourne Rafferty of Atwater Designs and watch her create works of art using cyanotype\, the oldest photographic process. Cyanotypes are created by imprinting plants and non-organic elements under sunlight on paper (or other surface) that has been treated with a light sensitive solution. See her most recent creations and marvel at how she turns the beauty of the Winterthur Garden into a permanent new form with the help of the sun. Her work will be available for purchase in the greenhouses. \nSarah’s scheduled residence dates:\nSaturday\, June 8 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSunday\, June 9 | 2 pm – 4 pm \nMonday\, June 10 | closed \nTuesday\, June 11 | 10 am – 4 pm \nWednesday\, June 12 | 10 am – 4 pm \nThursday\, June 13 | 10 am – 4 pm \nFriday\, June 14 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSaturday\, June 15 | not present this day \nSunday\, June 16 | 10 am – 4 pm  \nA prolific local artist\, Sarah taught darkroom and digital photography for many years before launching Atwater Designs. Her work has been displayed in galleries around the world and in features or collaborative projects with Town and Country Magazine\, Ralph Lauren\, and others. Sarah lives locally\, where she promotes handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Brandywine Valley. After her residency\, Sarah will return to demonstrate cyanotype and display her work at our Midsummer event on June 22 and for the Sun\, Cyanotype\, and Sundial event on August 18. \nDrop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artist-in-residence-sarah-rafferty/2024-06-14/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240521T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141930Z
UID:47705-1718272800-1718294400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Artist-in-Residence: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
DESCRIPTION:Wonders of Nature through Art\nMeet Artist-in-Residence Sarah Bourne Rafferty of Atwater Designs and watch her create works of art using cyanotype\, the oldest photographic process. Cyanotypes are created by imprinting plants and non-organic elements under sunlight on paper (or other surface) that has been treated with a light sensitive solution. See her most recent creations and marvel at how she turns the beauty of the Winterthur Garden into a permanent new form with the help of the sun. Her work will be available for purchase in the greenhouses. \nSarah’s scheduled residence dates:\nSaturday\, June 8 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSunday\, June 9 | 2 pm – 4 pm \nMonday\, June 10 | closed \nTuesday\, June 11 | 10 am – 4 pm \nWednesday\, June 12 | 10 am – 4 pm \nThursday\, June 13 | 10 am – 4 pm \nFriday\, June 14 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSaturday\, June 15 | not present this day \nSunday\, June 16 | 10 am – 4 pm  \nA prolific local artist\, Sarah taught darkroom and digital photography for many years before launching Atwater Designs. Her work has been displayed in galleries around the world and in features or collaborative projects with Town and Country Magazine\, Ralph Lauren\, and others. Sarah lives locally\, where she promotes handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Brandywine Valley. After her residency\, Sarah will return to demonstrate cyanotype and display her work at our Midsummer event on June 22 and for the Sun\, Cyanotype\, and Sundial event on August 18. \nDrop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artist-in-residence-sarah-rafferty/2024-06-13/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240508T222449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T140021Z
UID:46382-1718188200-1718193600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Field Sketching Part II
DESCRIPTION:Bring a sketchpad\, pencils\, and erasers and be prepared to have fun with Delaware Master Naturalists. The practice of field sketching allows you to closely observe items in nature so you can better understand them. Artistic experience is not necessary. \nProgram starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members.  \nRegister now. \nJoin our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October. \nJune 19—Meadow Hike \nJune 26—Wander through Winterthur’s Farm History \nJuly 3—Winterthur’s Hydrangea Collection \nJuly 10—East Barn Pond \nJuly 17—Pollinator Box \nJuly 24—Garden by Design \nJuly 31—Garden by Design  \nAugust 7—Nature Walk \nAugust 14—Beekeeping Basics \nAugust 21—Civil War History \nAugust 28—Cutting Garden
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-field-sketching-part-ii/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240521T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141930Z
UID:47704-1718186400-1718208000@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Artist-in-Residence: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
DESCRIPTION:Wonders of Nature through Art\nMeet Artist-in-Residence Sarah Bourne Rafferty of Atwater Designs and watch her create works of art using cyanotype\, the oldest photographic process. Cyanotypes are created by imprinting plants and non-organic elements under sunlight on paper (or other surface) that has been treated with a light sensitive solution. See her most recent creations and marvel at how she turns the beauty of the Winterthur Garden into a permanent new form with the help of the sun. Her work will be available for purchase in the greenhouses. \nSarah’s scheduled residence dates:\nSaturday\, June 8 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSunday\, June 9 | 2 pm – 4 pm \nMonday\, June 10 | closed \nTuesday\, June 11 | 10 am – 4 pm \nWednesday\, June 12 | 10 am – 4 pm \nThursday\, June 13 | 10 am – 4 pm \nFriday\, June 14 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSaturday\, June 15 | not present this day \nSunday\, June 16 | 10 am – 4 pm  \nA prolific local artist\, Sarah taught darkroom and digital photography for many years before launching Atwater Designs. Her work has been displayed in galleries around the world and in features or collaborative projects with Town and Country Magazine\, Ralph Lauren\, and others. Sarah lives locally\, where she promotes handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Brandywine Valley. After her residency\, Sarah will return to demonstrate cyanotype and display her work at our Midsummer event on June 22 and for the Sun\, Cyanotype\, and Sundial event on August 18. \nDrop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artist-in-residence-sarah-rafferty/2024-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240521T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141930Z
UID:47703-1718100000-1718121600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Artist-in-Residence: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
DESCRIPTION:Wonders of Nature through Art\nMeet Artist-in-Residence Sarah Bourne Rafferty of Atwater Designs and watch her create works of art using cyanotype\, the oldest photographic process. Cyanotypes are created by imprinting plants and non-organic elements under sunlight on paper (or other surface) that has been treated with a light sensitive solution. See her most recent creations and marvel at how she turns the beauty of the Winterthur Garden into a permanent new form with the help of the sun. Her work will be available for purchase in the greenhouses. \nSarah’s scheduled residence dates:\nSaturday\, June 8 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSunday\, June 9 | 2 pm – 4 pm \nMonday\, June 10 | closed \nTuesday\, June 11 | 10 am – 4 pm \nWednesday\, June 12 | 10 am – 4 pm \nThursday\, June 13 | 10 am – 4 pm \nFriday\, June 14 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSaturday\, June 15 | not present this day \nSunday\, June 16 | 10 am – 4 pm  \nA prolific local artist\, Sarah taught darkroom and digital photography for many years before launching Atwater Designs. Her work has been displayed in galleries around the world and in features or collaborative projects with Town and Country Magazine\, Ralph Lauren\, and others. Sarah lives locally\, where she promotes handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Brandywine Valley. After her residency\, Sarah will return to demonstrate cyanotype and display her work at our Midsummer event on June 22 and for the Sun\, Cyanotype\, and Sundial event on August 18. \nDrop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artist-in-residence-sarah-rafferty/2024-06-11/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240521T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141930Z
UID:47718-1717941600-1717948800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Artist-in-Residence: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
DESCRIPTION:Wonders of Nature through Art\nMeet Artist-in-Residence Sarah Bourne Rafferty of Atwater Designs and watch her create works of art using cyanotype\, the oldest photographic process. Cyanotypes are created by imprinting plants and non-organic elements under sunlight on paper (or other surface) that has been treated with a light sensitive solution. See her most recent creations and marvel at how she turns the beauty of the Winterthur Garden into a permanent new form with the help of the sun. Her work will be available for purchase in the greenhouses. \nSarah’s scheduled residence dates:\nSaturday\, June 8 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSunday\, June 9 | 2 pm – 4 pm \nMonday\, June 10 | closed \nTuesday\, June 11 | 10 am – 4 pm \nWednesday\, June 12 | 10 am – 4 pm \nThursday\, June 13 | 10 am – 4 pm \nFriday\, June 14 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSaturday\, June 15 | not present this day \nSunday\, June 16 | 10 am – 4 pm  \nA prolific local artist\, Sarah taught darkroom and digital photography for many years before launching Atwater Designs. Her work has been displayed in galleries around the world and in features or collaborative projects with Town and Country Magazine\, Ralph Lauren\, and others. Sarah lives locally\, where she promotes handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Brandywine Valley. After her residency\, Sarah will return to demonstrate cyanotype and display her work at our Midsummer event on June 22 and for the Sun\, Cyanotype\, and Sundial event on August 18. \nDrop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artist-in-residence-sarah-rafferty/2024-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240510T141903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T212402Z
UID:46895-1717876800-1717882200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Director's Garden Walk: Meadows\, Streams\, and Ponds
DESCRIPTION:Join Chris Strand\, director of Winterthur\, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Be sure to bring a flashlight\, dress for the weather\, and wear walking shoes. Included with admission. Members free. Meet in the Visitor Center Parking Lot. Walks start promptly at scheduled time and take place on the second Saturday of the month\, year-round. \nRegister now. \nJoin us for other upcoming walks: \n\n	July 13—Chimney Swifts on Farm Hill\n	August 10—Sunset from the Train Station
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-meadows-streams-and-ponds/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240521T201306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T141930Z
UID:47471-1717840800-1717862400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Artist-in-Residence: Sarah Bourne Rafferty
DESCRIPTION:Wonders of Nature through Art\nMeet Artist-in-Residence Sarah Bourne Rafferty of Atwater Designs and watch her create works of art using cyanotype\, the oldest photographic process. Cyanotypes are created by imprinting plants and non-organic elements under sunlight on paper (or other surface) that has been treated with a light sensitive solution. See her most recent creations and marvel at how she turns the beauty of the Winterthur Garden into a permanent new form with the help of the sun. Her work will be available for purchase in the greenhouses. \nSarah’s scheduled residence dates:\nSaturday\, June 8 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSunday\, June 9 | 2 pm – 4 pm \nMonday\, June 10 | closed \nTuesday\, June 11 | 10 am – 4 pm \nWednesday\, June 12 | 10 am – 4 pm \nThursday\, June 13 | 10 am – 4 pm \nFriday\, June 14 | 10 am – 4 pm \nSaturday\, June 15 | not present this day \nSunday\, June 16 | 10 am – 4 pm  \nA prolific local artist\, Sarah taught darkroom and digital photography for many years before launching Atwater Designs. Her work has been displayed in galleries around the world and in features or collaborative projects with Town and Country Magazine\, Ralph Lauren\, and others. Sarah lives locally\, where she promotes handcrafted art inspired by the beauty of the Brandywine Valley. After her residency\, Sarah will return to demonstrate cyanotype and display her work at our Midsummer event on June 22 and for the Sun\, Cyanotype\, and Sundial event on August 18. \nDrop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artist-in-residence-sarah-rafferty/2024-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240201T152217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T140316Z
UID:45160-1717840800-1717858800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Enchanted Summer Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delightful day of family fun in our award-winning children’s garden\, including musical entertainment by Silly Joe\, storytelling by Terry Colonna\, and performances by magician Chris Fabiano\, the Give & Take Jugglers\, and singer-songwriter Mary Roth. \nThroughout the day\, children can play the game of Graces\, a 19th-century game of skill\, and try hoop rolling and ring toss. In addition\, children can make a magical wand\, craft a crown\, and build a tiny house for faerie folk. The event takes place in a three-acre garden that encourages children and their families to engage in imaginative play and creativity. Enchanted Woods has several play areas to climb in\, on\, and over\, including a Faerie Cottage with a thatched roof\, a giant Bird’s Nest\, an Acorn Tearoom for make-believe tea parties\, and more. Food and beverages available for purchase. Drop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nRegister now.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/enchanted-summer-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Member,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240508T221921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T135818Z
UID:46378-1717583400-1717588800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Armour Meadow Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Armour Meadow with Jim Magee\, natural lands technician\, and hear about its past and future. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members.  \nRegister now. \nJoin our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October. \nJune 12—Field Sketching Part II \nJune 19—Meadow Hike \nJune 26—Wander through Winterthur’s Farm History \nJuly 3—Winterthur’s Hydrangea Collection \nJuly 10—East Barn Pond \nJuly 17—Pollinator Box \nJuly 24—Garden by Design \nJuly 31—Garden by Design  \nAugust 7—Nature Walk \nAugust 14—Beekeeping Basics \nAugust 21—Civil War History \nAugust 28—Cutting Garden
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-armour-meadow-walk/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240506T162318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210648Z
UID:46413-1717574400-1717581600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:For the Birds: Birding Walks
DESCRIPTION: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 Visitor Parking Lot and meet at the Picnic House (the small building at the far end of the lot). Walks start promptly at scheduled time. In case of inclement weather\, an update message will be left at 302.888.4864 by 7:00 am on the morning of the walk. \nRegister now. \nJoin us for birding walks on May 15\, June 19\, July 17\, and August 21.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/for-the-birds-birding-walks-11/
CATEGORIES:Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240510T134919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T141656Z
UID:46877-1717318800-1717329600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Forest Therapy
DESCRIPTION: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. $27; $15 for Members.  \nSold out.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/forest-therapy-10/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20231214T190751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T143241Z
UID:44496-1716978600-1716984000@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Fabulous Ferns in the Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nPurchase tickets. \nJoin our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October. \nJune 5—Armour Meadow Walk \nJune 12—Field Sketching Part II \nJune 19—Meadow Hike \nJune 26—Wander through Winterthur’s Farm History \nJuly 3—Winterthur’s Hydrangea Collection \nJuly 10—East Barn Pond \nJuly 17—Pollinator Box \nJuly 24—Garden by Design \nJuly 31—Garden by Design  \nAugust 7—Nature Walk \nAugust 14—Beekeeping Basics \nAugust 21—Civil War History \nAugust 28—Cutting Garden
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-fabulous-ferns-in-the-garden-walk/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20231214T190528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T140441Z
UID:44494-1716373800-1716379200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Field Sketching
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October. \nPurchase tickets. \nMay 29—Fabulous Ferns in the Garden Walk \nJune 5—Armour Meadow Walk \nJune 12—Field Sketching Part II \nJune 19—Meadow Hike \nJune 26—Wander through Winterthur’s Farm History \nJuly 3—Winterthur’s Hydrangea Collection \nJuly 10—East Barn Pond \nJuly 17—Pollinator Box \nJuly 24—Garden by Design \nJuly 31—Garden by Design  \nAugust 7—Nature Walk \nAugust 14—Beekeeping Basics \nAugust 21—Civil War History \nAugust 28—Cutting Garden
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-field-sketching/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240207T145346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T173155Z
UID:45199-1716037200-1716044400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Young Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:Blooming Naturalists (ages 10–12) \nKids 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 apply for accompanying adults. Also available for Budding Naturalists (ages 6–9)\, 10:30–11:45 am. \nRegister now.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/young-naturalists-4/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240207T145203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T175816Z
UID:45076-1716026400-1716032700@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Young Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:Budding Naturalists (ages 6–9) \nKids 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 apply for accompanying adults. Also available for Blooming Naturalists (ages 10–12)\, 1:00–3:00 pm. \nRegister now.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/young-naturalists-2/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20231214T190229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T140333Z
UID:44489-1715769000-1715774400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Dig That Quarry Garden! Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nPurchase tickets. \nJoin our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October. \nMay 22—Field Sketching \nMay 29—Fabulous Ferns in the Garden Walk \nJune 5—Armour Meadow Walk \nJune 12—Field Sketching Part II \nJune 19—Meadow Hike \nJune 26—Wander through Winterthur’s Farm History \nJuly 3—Winterthur’s Hydrangea Collection \nJuly 10—East Barn Pond \nJuly 17—Pollinator Box \nJuly 24—Garden by Design \nJuly 31—Garden by Design  \nAugust 7—Nature Walk \nAugust 14—Beekeeping Basics \nAugust 21—Civil War History \nAugust 28—Cutting Garden
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-dig-that-quarry-garden-walk/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240205T182536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210739Z
UID:45036-1715760000-1715767200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:For the Birds: Birding Walks
DESCRIPTION: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 Visitor Parking Lot and meet at the Picnic House (the small building at the far end of the lot). Walks start promptly at scheduled time. In case of inclement weather\, an update message will be left at 302.888.4864 by 7:00 am on the morning of the walk. \nRegister now. \nJoin us for birding walks on June 5\, June 19\, July 17\, and August 21.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/for-the-birds-birding-walks-9/
CATEGORIES:Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20231214T175910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T212337Z
UID:44464-1715432400-1715437800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Director's Garden Walk: Azaleas and Spring Wildflowers
DESCRIPTION: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. Walk starts promptly at scheduled time.  \nPurchase tickets.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-azaleas-and-spring-wildflowers/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240206T194234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T153812Z
UID:45085-1715419800-1715445000@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Love Your Mother! Environmental Fair
DESCRIPTION: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: \n10:00 am–4:30 pm\nNative Plant Sale by Gateway Garden Center (Greenhouses) \nGuided and self-guided nature walks and tram tours \nActivities and giveaways \n10:00–11:00 am\nNancy Bell of Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin will teach you how to design your yard using native plants\, available for purchase at the Gateway Garden Center tent. \n  \n\n1:30–2:30 pm\nFor an additional fee of $15\, you can also attend “Nature’s Best Hope\,” a lecture presented by Doug Tallamy\, followed by a Q&A and book signing. \n \nDoug Tallamy is the T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware\, where he has authored 111 research publications and has taught insect-related courses for 41 years. Chief among his research goals is to better understand the many ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities. He is the author of several books and has received awards and recognition from The Garden Writer’s Association\, Audubon\, The National Wildlife Federation\, Allegheny College\, Ecoforesters\, The Garden Club of America\, and The American Horticultural Association. \nSelf-guided tours\, plant sale\, and guided nature walk included with admission. Members free. Lectures may be added for $15. Registration recommended. \nRegister now. \n  \nSponsored by Howrks\, LLC
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/love-your-mother-environmental-fair/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Member,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20231214T185853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T140411Z
UID:44487-1715164200-1715169600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Kurumes of Azalea Woods Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nPurchase tickets. \nJoin our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October. \nMay 15—Dig That Quarry Garden! Walk \nMay 22—Field Sketching \nMay 29—Fabulous Ferns in the Garden Walk
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-kurumes-of-azalea-woods-walk/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240205T160703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T175454Z
UID:45083-1714816800-1714834800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Azaleas & Bluebells Day
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister now. \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/azaleas-bluebells-day/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240208T144304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T152534Z
UID:45013-1714813200-1714816800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Azaleas & Bluebells Day Member Preview Morning
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/azaleas-bluebells-day-member-preview-morning/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Member
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T090737
CREATED:20240207T145429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T230431Z
UID:45195-1714222800-1714230000@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Young Naturalists
DESCRIPTION:Blooming Naturalists (ages 10–12) \nKids 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 apply for accompanying adults. Also available for Budding Naturalists (ages 6–9)\, 10:00–11:45 am. \nRegister now. \nJoin us on May 18 for an additional Young Naturalists program.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/young-naturalists-5/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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