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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:20260406T105128
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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/2024-06-08/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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:20260406T105128
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240207T145248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T225556Z
UID:45074-1714212000-1714218300@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. \nJoin us on May 18 for an additional Young Naturalists program.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/young-naturalists-3/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240205T161453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T204547Z
UID:45047-1714152600-1714158000@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Tailgate Tour: A Spring Leak at Winterthur
DESCRIPTION:Garden staff can’t wait to “leak” special inside stories about Winterthur. After the guided walk\, stop off at our tailgate in a secret location for lively conversation and tasty treats\, including hors d’œuvres and a selection of hard and soft beverages. Registration required. $40; $35 for Members. Rain date April 27. \nRegister now.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/tailgate-tour-a-spring-leak/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Member
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240212T150722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T195723Z
UID:45606-1713614400-1713625200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Wine through Winterthur: Sip Among the Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Explore cheerful masses of Narcissus throughout the garden as you sample wine varietals perfect for spring\, courtesy of Moët Hennessy. As you sip and stroll\, enjoy live music and local plein-air artists. \nDaffodils are one of the few plants Henry Francis du Pont would write about and one in which he maintained a lifelong interest. Winterthur is one of the few places in the country where you can see so many daffodils. Many that blossom here are historic cultivars from the late 1800s and early 1900s. \n$55; $50 for Members. Includes tasting of four wines\, Winterthur stemless wineglass\, live music\, and general admission. $30 for designated driver (includes one nonalcoholic beverage). This is an outdoor walking event\, with tasting stations located throughout the garden. Please be sure to dress for the weather and for walking on uneven terrain. Rain date: April 21. \nRegister now.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/wine-through-winterthur-sip-among-the-blooms-2/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Misc.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T120000
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UID:45000-1713085200-1713096000@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. $25; $15 for Members.  \nSold out.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/forest-therapy-9/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20231214T174859Z
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UID:44462-1713013200-1713018600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Director’s Garden Walk: Winter Hazels and Early Rhododendrons
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. \nJoin us for a Director’s Garden Walk on May 11.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-winter-hazels-and-early-rhododendrons/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240205T160524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210230Z
UID:45081-1713002400-1713020400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Daffodil Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the beauty of the daffodil and enjoy Winterthur’s amazing daffodil display. With his collector’s eye\, Henry Francis du Pont arranged hundreds of heirloom daffodil bulbs in cloudlike drifts throughout the garden. Have “out of this world fun” and explore the connection between H. F.’s heirloom collection and NASA. Includes guided and self-guided tours of the daffodil collection (guided tours depart hourly from the Visitor Center Patio\, 10:00 am–1:00 pm)\, a daffodil display\, space-themed activities\, and crafts for all ages\, plus daffodil plant giveaways (while supplies last). Included with admission. Members free. \nRegister now.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/daffodil-day-4/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240207T151019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T210139Z
UID:45038-1712671200-1712678400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Cover to Cover\, Naturally! A Nature Lover's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:New for 2024! This program\, created by Delaware Master Naturalists\, is for lovers of the natural world who wish to read books with nature in mind and discuss them. For this first program\, read Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy and join us in the Brown Center for a casual chat and snack. Bi-monthly program. Registration required. Included with admission. Members free.  \nRegister now. \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/cover-to-cover-naturally-a-nature-lovers-book-club/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Member,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240207T145820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T230005Z
UID:45191-1711803600-1711810800@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 April 27 and May 18 for additional Young Naturalists programs.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/young-naturalists-6/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240207T145124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T230504Z
UID:45202-1711794600-1711799100@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. \nJoin us on April 27 and May 18 for additional Young Naturalists programs.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/young-naturalists/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240209T151309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T190131Z
UID:45531-1711188000-1711213200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:A Garden House of Style: In Progress!
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the historic Head House to see the work in progress by garden staff preparing for spring. You’ll see containers being prepared to showcase spring flowers and seeds started to transplant to a nearby area\, where their blooms will dazzle in the summer. Located next to the greenhouses\, the Head House is a working space for today’s gardening staff\, originally used by Henry Francis du Pont’s gardeners. Drop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nPurchase tickets. \nJoin us for other House of Style events\, March 21–24. \nAn Evening with B Michael \nRiedel Sensory Workshop \nVictorian Terrarium Workshop \nStylish Suites Tour \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/a-garden-house-of-style-in-progress-2/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240207T140613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T230555Z
UID:45242-1711101600-1711126800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:A Garden House of Style: In Progress!
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the historic Head House to see the work in progress by garden staff preparing for spring. You’ll see containers being prepared to showcase spring flowers and seeds started to transplant to a nearby area\, where their blooms will dazzle in the summer. Located next to the greenhouses\, the Head House is a working space for today’s gardening staff\, originally used by Henry Francis du Pont’s gardeners. Drop-in program. Included with admission. Members free.  \nPurchase tickets. \nJoin us for other House of Style events\, March 21–24. \nAn Evening with B Michael \nRiedel Sensory Workshop \nVictorian Terrarium Workshop \nStylish Suites Tour \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/a-garden-house-of-style-in-progress/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T105128
CREATED:20240223T194531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T163959Z
UID:45806-1711015200-1711292400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:House of Style Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired to create or elevate your very own house of style. Featured guest and fashion designer B Michael will inspire with an unveiling of his new book\, Muse\, and with stories from his long career dressing clients with the world’s best fashion houses. Enjoy the special Stylish Suites Tour\, a wine tasting\, a terrarium workshop\, and more. \nThursday\, March 21\nStylish Suites | 10:30 am\, 12:00 pm\, and 2:00 pm \nHenry Francis du Pont applied his connoisseur’s eye and incomparable flair for design as he created the rooms at Winterthur. This one-hour guided tour will explore guest bedroom suites and stylish interiors on the first and sixth floors of his former home. \nRiedel Sensory Workshop | 6:00-7:30 pm \nJoin us for a fascinating wine seminar featuring Riedel crystal and delicious wines. Learn how the shape of the glass influences the perception and enjoyment of wine. \nFriday\, March 22\nA Garden House of Style: In Progress! | 10:00 am-5:00 pm \nDrop by the historic Head House to see the work in progress by garden staff preparing for spring. You’ll see containers being prepared to showcase spring flowers and seeds started to transplant to a nearby area\, where their blooms will dazzle in the summer. Located next to the greenhouses\, the Head House is a working space for today’s gardening staff\, originally used by Henry Francis du Pont’s gardeners.  \nStylish Suites | 10:30 am\, 12:00 pm\, and 2:00 pm \nHenry Francis du Pont applied his connoisseur’s eye and incomparable flair for design as he created the rooms at Winterthur. This one-hour guided tour will explore guest bedroom suites and stylish interiors on the first and sixth floors of his former home. \nAn Evening with B Michael | 5:30 pm-7:30 pm \nAcclaimed fashion designer B Michael will inspire you with stories from his long career dressing some of Hollywood’s most famous clients\, notably Cicely Tyson. He will describe his decades-long friendship with Tyson\, forged over experiences dressing her for the Academy Awards\, White House functions\, and events with celebrities like Sidney Poitier\, Barack Obama\, Whitney Houston\, Oprah\, and others.  The talk will be followed by a meet-and-greet with a sparkling toast and a signing of his new book\, Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion. \nSaturday\, March 23\n\nA Garden House of Style: In Progress! | 10:00 am-5:00 pm \nDrop by the historic Head House to see the work in progress by garden staff preparing for spring. You’ll see containers being prepared to showcase spring flowers and seeds started to transplant to a nearby area\, where their blooms will dazzle in the summer. Located next to the greenhouses\, the Head House is a working space for today’s gardening staff\, originally used by Henry Francis du Pont’s gardeners.  \nStylish Suites | 10:30 am\, 12:00 pm\, and 2:00 pm \nHenry Francis du Pont applied his connoisseur’s eye and incomparable flair for design as he created the rooms at Winterthur. This one-hour guided tour will explore guest bedroom suites and stylish interiors on the first and sixth floors of his former home. \nVictorian Terrarium Workshop | 11:00 am-12:00 pm \nGet inspired by Henry Francis du Pont’s mastery of bringing the outdoors inside and immerse yourself in the intricate beauty of Victorian aesthetics as we guide you through the process of crafting your very own terrarium masterpiece.  \nSunday\, March 24\nStylish Suites | 10:30 am\, 12:00 pm\, and 2:00 pm \nHenry Francis du Pont applied his connoisseur’s eye and incomparable flair for design as he created the rooms at Winterthur. This one-hour guided tour will explore guest bedroom suites and stylish interiors on the first and sixth floors of his former home.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/house-of-style-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Museum,Program,Workshop
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