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Learn about the history of paper dolls and take a creative break while you get cozy with collections and a craft. See some of the library’s thousands of paper dolls—some dating back to the 18th century—and join Ashley Vernon, Winterthur Program in American Material Culture fellow, to try your hand at making some of your …
Wish you were here! From souvenirs of a family vacation to quick, casual correspondence, postcards can tell us how people experienced the world and shared their thoughts, feelings, and observations with loved ones. Eleanor Shippen, Winterthur Program in American Material Culture fellow, will guide you in an exploration of the library’s colorful collection of postcards, …
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Members are invited to a special, exclusive meet and greet with Gerald Charles Dickens before the 6:00 pm performance of A Christmas Carol Live! Enjoy small bites as you meet the actor and great-great-grandson of literary master Charles Dickens. Free and exclusive for Members and up to two Member guests. Space is limited, reservations required. …
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Pay a holiday visit to see some of the literary works that inspired this year’s Yuletide tour in the house. Free. Drop-in program.
Read books with nature in mind, then come together with Delaware Master Naturalists and others in the Hawkes Center for a casual chat and snack. For this program, read Beyond the War on Invasive Species by Tao Orion. Registration required. Included with admission. Members free. Register now.
Members of the Standard Gauge Module Association will share how this captivating toy train setup came to life—from sourcing the trains and accessories to building the display table and scenic backdrop, and the many hours involved in doing so. They will also discuss how they got started in toy train collecting and the adventures they’ve …
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