BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library - ECPv5.14.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.winterthur.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC09694-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Love-Your-Mother-Environmental-Fair.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC09571.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Marcoon_Azaleas_Bluebells.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC_5453-scaled-e1709738729859.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/CanvaProKidsExploring.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T114500 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/CanvaProKidsExploring.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC03224.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/WTW_08-2021-Leitch-038.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20240205T155730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T141054Z 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Winterthur-August2022-BeccaMathias-7846-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20231214T174859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T175604Z 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Garden_03-2022-Tercha-63-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/garden_04-2021-cardillo-006-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Douglas_Tallamy_Natures_Best_Hope.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/CanvaProKidsExploring.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240330T114500 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/CanvaProKidsExploring.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC02487.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC02487.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240324T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Design_Month_Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T154500 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20231214T171300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T175303Z UID:44447-1709993700-1709999100@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Director’s Garden Walk: Snowdrops and Other Minor Bulbs 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 additional Director’s Garden Walks on April 13 and May 11. URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-snowdrops-and-other-minor-bulbs/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Garden_01-2023-Tercha-13-scaled-e1705699439379.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20230109T142443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T195429Z UID:39044-1707570000-1707575400@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Director's Garden Walk: Winter Color and First Flowers DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Members! 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. 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 begins promptly at scheduled time. Meet in the Visitor Parking Lot.  \n  URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-2/2024-02-10/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Garden_01-2023-Tercha-31-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20240112T165303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T210200Z UID:44573-1707499800-1707508800@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Valentine’s Day Wine & Design for Two DESCRIPTION:Join us for twice the floral fun! You and your partner\, pal\, or galentine will each design a piece\, then test your “partner skills” uniting the pieces as one arrangement. While each arrangement is beautiful on its own and can remain so\, when placed together they create a cohesive\, paired arrangement—you decide. Includes wine tasting. Led by Christina Benton\, floral designer. $200 per couple; $180 per Member couple. Registration required by February 3.   \nRegister now. URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/valentines-day-wine-and-design-for-two/ CATEGORIES:Class,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Wine-and-Design-Arrangement-Feb-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20231031T190705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T195358Z UID:43856-1705150800-1705156200@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Director's Garden Walk: Winter Interest DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Members! 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. 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 begins promptly at scheduled time. Meet in the Visitor Parking Lot.  \nJoni us for Director’s Garden Walk: Winter Color and First Flowers on February 10.  URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-winter-interest/2024-01-13/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DSC0529-ed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20230810T174246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T204651Z UID:42593-1697218200-1697223600@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Tailgate Tour: Ghosts in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Ghosts in the garden! Join Collin Hadsell\, horticulturist\, for a spooky stroll\, lingering at a picturesque spot for light refreshments. Registration required. $35; $30 for Members. \nSold out. URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/tailgate-tour-ghosts-in-the-garden/ CATEGORIES:Garden,Member ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/DSC04867-Enhanced-NR-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20230210T163358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T142031Z UID:39481-1696669200-1696672800@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Truck & Tractor Member Preview DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for Members! Enjoy an extra hour of farm-style fun for kids big and small. Get up close to trucks and tractors\, check out other vehicles and equipment\, suit up in firefighter gear\, take a hayride\, and even milk a mechanical cow. Members free. This is a rain or shine\, drop-in event. URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/truck-and-tractor-member-preview/ CATEGORIES:Garden,Member ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/TAT_10-2019-Pederson-098-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124900 CREATED:20220802T181157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T192833Z UID:36727-1689415200-1689436800@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Artisan Market DESCRIPTION:July 15 & 16\, 2023\, 10 am–4 pm\nSpend a summer day—or the whole weekend—exploring Winterthur while shopping for artisan-made crafts and gifts. \nSome of the region’s most talented craftspeople will present their outstanding wares\, including antiques and collectibles\, furniture and home décor\, upcycled items and architectural salvage\, high-quality handmade crafts\, vintage clothing and jewelry\, artisanal and small-batch gourmet goods\, original art in a variety of media\, garden items\, and much more! \nArtisan Market reflects the mission of Winterthur by showcasing local artisans through a variety of handmade crafts relating to art\, textiles\, ceramics\, glass\, woodworking\, antiques\, edibles\, and gardening. Each of these categories connects to Winterthur’s past\, and we invite you to share a bit of your own history with us during this special weekend.   \nTickets\nArtisan Market is included in the General Admission ticket\, which offers access to the self-paced house tour\, exhibitions in the Galleries\, and the garden and estate. Enjoy free live music throughout the weekend. Food and drink available for purchase. Reservations encouraged—sellout likely. Members FREE—join today! \n\n\n\nMarket Bag\n  \nAdd a shopping tote to your purchase! This reusable jute bag (20″ x 8″ x 16″) is big and sturdy enough to hold your Artisan Market treasures. $10. Pick up your tote bag when you check in for the event. \n\n\nMeet Delaina Jolley\n\nArtist Delaina Jolley (photo courtesy of Nick Gould Photography team)\n\nDelaina will be one of the more than 100 artists\, musicians\, and vendors featured in Winterthur’s Artisan Market on July 15 and 16. She received an Artisan Market grant to participate. The grants encourage emerging artists and start-up businesses to take part in the event. \n“Receiving this grant means that the first step in my career as an artist starts in my home state\,” said Delaina\, an admissions counselor at Delaware College of Art and Design in Wilmington. “This will be my first time creating my own booth and showcasing my own work. I’m just excited about being around other artists\, designers\, and artisans. This is kind of like my first rodeo.” \nReceiving the grant is also about serving as an example to artisans who\, like her\, are just starting out. As she explains\, “I can show other young local artists that they can take chances\, create what they love\, and even sell their work\, too.” \nRead more about Delaina’s Debut. \nFeatured Artisans\n“Be Your Own Artisan” and create your own masterpieces alongside the immensely talented craftspeople of the Artisan Market. Select artisans (denoted by an asterisk) will offer a hands-on aspect within their space for you to create a custom and uniquely yours piece as they give you a deeper look into their craft. \n\nVISITOR CENTER PATIO\n \n\n \n\n\nClaire RosenVisitor Center Classic Elegance\, LLCVisitor Center Patio Henisee PotteryVisitor Center Patio Peg and AwlVisitor Center Patio The Farm at OxfordVisitor Center Patio Warwick Furnace Farm*Visitor Center Patio Works of ArtVisitor Center Patio \n\n \n  \nCLENNY RUN LAWN\n \n\n \n\n\nAlex Hossick CollectionsClenny Run Lawn Arden + JamesClenny Run Lawn Art by Samara WeaverClenny Run Lawn Atwater DesignsClenny Run Lawn Beautiful Botanicals LLCClenny Run Lawn Carvings by BruceClenny Run Lawn Cary Galbraith ArtistClenny Run Lawn Chalktree WAX CandlesClenny Run Lawn Elements/Jill SchwartzClenny Run Lawn Gentry by JennaClenny Run Lawn Gillian ValentineClenny Run Lawn Skippy CottonClenny Run Lawn Jennifer Hoertz MillineryClenny Run Lawn Kara Hinson Fine ArtClenny Run Lawn LouLou Clayton Custom Pet PortraitsClenny Run Lawn Maria MaurioClenny Run Lawn Miche Scott Handmade*Clenny Run Lawn MillmontClenny Run Lawn Pluma Avis DomusClenny Run Lawn Raysun DesignClenny Run Lawn reFIIND furnitureClenny Run Lawn Saint Rocco's TreatsClenny Run Lawn Short Sweet SaucyClenny Run Lawn StemS VasesClenny Run Lawn TalufaneClenny Run Lawn Temre ArtClenny Run Lawn TerraintexturesClenny Run Lawn TOADSTOOLClenny Run Lawn Walking OliveClenny Run Lawn \n\n \n  \nSYCAMORE HILL\n \n\n \n\n\nAnthony TurnsSycamore Hill Earthen ColorSycamore Hill Fairhope GraphicsSycamore Hill Jennifer Domal StudiosSycamore Hill Kabyco DesignsSycamore Hill Lillian Forziat Fine ArtSycamore Hill Moss & BrookeSycamore Hill OnlyInTheForest foraged botanical artSycamore Hill Playthings StudioSycamore Hill Pottery MasonSycamore Hill Robert Francis JamesSycamore Hill Salt Town Trading CoSycamore Hill The FussyCutting Quilt ShopSycamore Hill Whiskey HollowSycamore Hill White Historic ArtSycamore Hill Zachary Bloom Jewelry DesignsSycamore Hill \n\n \n  \nENCHANTED WOODS\n \n\n \n\n\nAlexis Bocelli ArtsEnchanted Woods Anna Biggs DesignsEnchanted Woods Aristos’ HarvestEnchanted Woods Atelier de Jean-LucEnchanted Woods Avant~Garden PotteryEnchanted Woods Bijoux- handmade jewelry by dawn elizabethEnchanted Woods Black Creek WorkshopEnchanted Woods BPK PhotographyEnchanted Woods Chadds Ford CanvasEnchanted Woods Chester County Craft GuildEnchanted Woods Delaina Jolley Enchanted Woods Delaware Bay ClayEnchanted Woods Earthen CreedEnchanted Woods Eric Zippe Fine ArtEnchanted Woods Fusions Tasters ChoiceEnchanted Woods George Gallatig StudioEnchanted Woods GoGoGardenEnchanted Woods Grace Hunsinger Studio*Enchanted Woods Handcrafted by Abraham WarrenEnchanted Woods Unique Traditional BasketryEnchanted Woods HKM Jewelry*Enchanted Woods URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/artisan-market-3/2023-07-15/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member,Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/am_2022-leitch-photo-by-bob-leitch-2-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124901 CREATED:20230502T144952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T191727Z UID:41150-1686391200-1686409200@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\, performances by the Newark Ukesters\, and the Give & Take Jugglers. Throughout 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 to take home. \nWith its Faerie Cottage\, Acorn Tearoom\, giant Bird’s Nest\, and more\, our three-acre garden encourages imaginative play and creativity. Don your fairy wings and wizard capes\, magic wands and elf ears\, and join us in Enchanted Woods. Drop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nRegister now. URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/enchanted-summer-day-2/ CATEGORIES:Garden,Member,Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/Enchanted_Suumer_Day_Credit_Suchat_Pederson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124901 CREATED:20220218T112649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T202939Z UID:32619-1680692400-1680696000@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider DESCRIPTION:Citizen Scientists with Joe Sebastiani of Delaware Nature Society \nJoin 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 demonstration\, and take place weekly\, April–October Included with admission. Free for Members. \nPurchase tickets.  \nJoin us for other Garden & Estate Insider events\, every Wednesday\, April–October \nApril 12–Pinetum with estate guide Tyler Johnson\nApril 19–Sundial Garden with horticulturist Joe Lazorchak\nApril 26–Spring ephemerals with horticulturist Susan Sibley\nMay 3–Springtime hike with Delaware Master Naturalists\nMay 10–Azaleas and rhododendrons with Linda Eirhart\, director of horticulture and senior plant curator\nMay 17–Peonies with horticulturist Michelle Stapleford\nMay 24–Field sketching with Delaware Master Naturalists \nMay 31–Director’s Walk with Chris Strand URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-insider-3/ CATEGORIES:Garden,Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/RCP_210408_5299-Pano.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124901 CREATED:20230127T210545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T195503Z UID:39354-1678539600-1678545000@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Director's Garden Walk DESCRIPTION:Snowdrops and Other Minor Bulbs \nJoin 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. Members free. Meet at the Visitor Center patio. Walks start promptly at scheduled time and take place on the second Saturday of the month\, year-round. \nJoin us for other upcoming walks. \nApril 8: Winterhazels and Early Rhododendrons \nMay 13: Azaleas and Spring Flowers \n  URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-3/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DSC0640-ed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124901 CREATED:20220222T144107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220925T114011Z UID:32422-1664272800-1664280000@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Home School Day DESCRIPTION:Join fellow home schoolers in spotting frogs in the pond\, wandering along garden paths\, and learning about the plants blooming in the Winterthur Garden. Enjoy active exploration\, hands-on learning\, and creative projects for home schooled students ages 5–10.  \nRegister now. URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/home-school-days/ CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/2022-Winterthur-Terrific-Tuesdays-104.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T124901 CREATED:20220815T175401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T172733Z UID:36484-1664013600-1664028000@www.winterthur.org SUMMARY:Sinatra in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Welcome the warm glow of autumn with the cool sounds of Sinatra. The September garden sets the stage for Sinatra songs by Wilmington’s best crooners.  Take a stroll through the landscape while pop-up musicians sing the best of Ol’ Blue Eyes and while early autumn sings its own kind of colorful song.   \nIncluded with admission; Members free.  Various musical groups will sing Sinatra music in unique places in the garden. This is an outdoor walking event across some uneven terrain. No seating will be provided. Rain or shine. This is a drop-in event although you may register in advance. \nRegister now. URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/sinatra-in-the-garden/2022-09-24/ CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.winterthur.org/wp-content/uploads/singer-63055-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR