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Meet the families who lived, worked, and played at Winterthur. Crafts, games, and demonstrations inspired by families who called this place home introduce history, art, conservation, and storytelling to kids ages 3–10 and the adults they bring along. New activities and guests each week. $5; free for Members and children under age 2. Drop-in program. …
Exclusively for Members! Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour with the floral design team, including a visit to Henry Francis du Pont’s flower design room, still in use today. Discover how du Pont selected, designed, and showcased his beloved flowers. Hear how the floral designers work in the museum and see where the dried flower magic happens …
Wonderful wildflowers are the focus of this walk led by Joe Sebastiani of the Delaware Nature Society. Included with admission. Free for Members. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October. September 6—Ferns September 13—Nursery “Bullpen” Hike September 20—Meadow Insects September 27—Geologic Journey October 4—Oak Hill October 11—Fall …
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Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with us! Meet artisans and craftspeople who continue to practice traditional handcrafts. See demonstrations of the tools, techniques, and materials that were used to make everyday objects in a time before electricity, plastics, and mass production. Included with admission. Members free.
New Acquisition Condition: Chinese Lacquered Nesting Tables Winterthur recently accessioned an exquisite set of early 19th-century Chinese lacquered nesting tables, which required conservation and further study for safe display. This talk will discuss the technical analysis, conducted in collaboration with scientists in Winterthur's Scientific Research and Analysis Laboratory, and conservation treatment of one of the …
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Learn to identify and grow ferns with Linda Eirhart, director of horticulture and senior curator of plants. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October. September 13—Nursery “Bullpen” Hike September 20—Meadow Insects September 27—Geologic Journey …
Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the summer garden on a walking tour led by Collin Hadsell, horticulturist. See what’s in bloom and explore unseen or off-the-beaten-path areas of the garden. Members free. Reservations required; limited to 30 participants. Wear walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray. Portions of the walk may …
Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and takes place the first and third Thursdays of the month, April–October. September …
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store on the second full weekend of every month, Friday–Sunday.
Marian Coffin, Landscape Architect Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. 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. Register now. Join us …
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Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store on the second full weekend of every month, Friday–Sunday.
Ann Lowe: American Couturier Members Day Program Celebrate the opening of the largest exhibition of Ann Lowe’s work to date—featuring 40 iconic gowns designed for America’s most prominent debutantes, heiresses, actresses, and society brides. Take in a fascinating lecture by the exhibition curator and enjoy an array of activities fit for all ages throughout the …
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Inspired by the Japanese art of forest bathing (shinrin yoku), forest therapy helps us understand how mindful time in nature can increase a sense of calm, clarity, and connection to our true selves and to nature. This guided garden walk is for guests 15 and older who are comfortable experiencing nature through the senses. Registration …
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store on the second full weekend of every month, Friday–Sunday.
Get behind-the-scenes information about our nursery and future plans for our trees with Kevin Braun, arboriculture and natural lands supervisor. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October. September 20—Meadow Insects September 27—Geologic …
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Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
In this two-day workshop, Lizzi Damgaard, embroiderer to Danish Queen Margrethe II and a Knight of the Order of Dannebrog, will discuss her 30 years of experience as a needlework artist. On Friday, visitors will enjoy a tour of textile storage with Laura Johnson, curator of textiles, as well as a tour of the Winterthur …
Revel in an evening inspired by all things Ann Lowe! Take a tour of our latest exhibition, Ann Lowe: American Couturier, with Elizabeth Way, exhibition guest curator and associate curator at the Museum of the Fashion Institute of Technology (5:30–6:30 pm). After, join us at the Reflecting Pool for live music, a festive cocktail, and …
In this two-day workshop, Lizzi Damgaard, embroiderer to Danish Queen Margrethe II and a Knight of the Order of Dannebrog, will discuss her 30 years of experience as a needlework artist. On Friday, visitors will enjoy a tour of textile storage with Laura Johnson, curator of textiles, as well as a tour of the Winterthur …
Learn the characteristics of bronze art clay. Select your favorite mold(s) to test to narrow down your necklace design. After your necklace is designed and made, choose a semi-precious stone as an accent for your pendant and learn the basics of wire wrapping. Pick your favorite chain, and Lock & Key will prep it for …
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Do you have an heirloom piece of jewelry you would like to breathe new life into? Schedule your one-on-one, half an hour appointment with Tony Perrin, designer and creator of Lock & Key Design. Tony will help you reimagine it into a modern heirloom you’ll love to wear. He will discuss ideas and concepts with you, …
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Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Join Joe Sebastiani of the Delaware Nature Society on a walk to Brown’s Woods Meadow to learn about the insects that inhabit the area. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October. September …
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Explore birding hotspots at Winterthur, including wetlands, meadows, and woodlands along Clenny Run, which provide excellent avian habitat year-round. Bring binoculars, and dress for the weather. Registration required. $20; $10 for Members. Walks start promptly at scheduled time. Register now. Birding Walks also take place on October 4 and October 18, November 15, and December …
Bring your objects into this free clinic and Winterthur/University of Delaware Program in Art Conservation faculty and students will consult on the condition, care, and possible treatment of them. Paintings, textiles, works of art on paper, books and archival documents, photographic materials, furniture, and decorative, archaeological, and ethnographic objects are welcome. Free. By appointment only. …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and takes place the first and third Thursdays of the month, April–October. September …
World Views: Maps and Atlases at the Winterthur Library Join Nicole Schnee, image management coordinator, as she explores fascinating geographic resources in the library, from rare historical maps to 18th-century geography playing cards. Free. Reservations required; limited to 20 participants. Register now. Join us on November 16 for Winterthur Revealed: Exploring the Winterthur Archives.
Join us for artmaking in a friendly setting. Inspired by Ann Lowe’s fabric flowers, learn to stitch a beautiful blossom using cotton. Fabulous prints and threads are provided for inspiration. Reservations required. $15; $10 for Members Sold out.
Join us for artmaking in a friendly setting. Create a felted pod no bird can resist! You will work with wool and roving from Winterthur’s own flock of Merino and heritage Leicester longwool sheep at Greenbank Mill and Phillips Farm, to create a one-of-a-kind structure for hanging on a porch or inside a window. Reservations …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Learn about the quarries, outcrops, and stonework that make up much of Winterthur’s landscape. Lori Schnick, associate curator of plant records and GID, and Tom Stack, estate guide, will take you on a fascinating journey through a PowerPoint presentation and walk. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Register now. …
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Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Discover Winterthur for free! Discover the treasures in your own backyard! Explore the Winterthur Garden, take a hayride over the hills, and learn something new in our exhibitions. Enjoy live music and activities for all ages throughout the estate, from hiking and beekeeping to making crafts and story time. A sensory-friendly hour for those who wish …
Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley is a lavish new book that celebrates the du Pont family heritage of land stewardship and horticultural creativity, as seen in five du Pont estates—Hagley Museum and Library, Longwood Gardens, Nemours Estate, Mt. Cuba Center, and Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library. Join us to toast the publication …
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