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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. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day's story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time …
Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the late spring 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 50 participants. Wear walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray. Portions of the walk …
Get a glimpse of the tools and techniques our arborists use when caring for trees in this demonstration to remove branches from trees in a controlled manner with Allison Edmonds, arborist supervisor, and Eric Emery, arborist. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information …
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Textiles of the past were a whole lot more vibrant and eye-catching than you might expect. Join fellow artists and art lovers and examine surprisingly vibrant primary sources about textiles, including swatch books, weaving drafts, and patterns. This is a casual, drop-in open house to introduce general and specialist audiences to artistic inspiration from the …
Explore the imaginative and interpretive aspects of the essay that inspired Almost Unknown, The Afric-American Picture Gallery exhibition in this four-module virtual course with guest curator Dr. Jonathan Michael Square. “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” was written in 1859 by free black journalist and educator William J. Wilson. The exhibition, on view May 3, 2025–January 4, …
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. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day’s story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts …
See storytellers and musicians perform A Celebration of Black Joy, about African American arts and culture, presented by Celebration of Black Joy artists and the Wilmington Ballet, starting at 11:00 am. Plus, explore Almost Unknown, The Afric-American Picture Gallery and take the Almost Unknown: Continue the Journey tour in the house for more about the African …
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 …
Explore the imaginative and interpretive aspects of the essay that inspired Almost Unknown, The Afric-American Picture Gallery exhibition in this four-module virtual course with guest curator Dr. Jonathan Michael Square. “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” was written in 1859 by free black journalist and educator William J. Wilson. The exhibition, on view May 3, 2025–January 4, …
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. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day’s story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts …
Enjoy a delightful day of family fun in our award-winning children’s garden, including musical entertainment by Silly Joe and Mary Roth, storytelling by Terry Colonna, magician Chris Fabiano, 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 …
UPDATE: Due to anticipated rain, this event will move to Friday, June 20 at 8:00 pm. 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 …
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Learn about the quarries, outcrops, and stonework that make up much of the landscape of the estate. Join Tom Stack, estate guide, on a fascinating talk and walk through the natural geological environment of Winterthur. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s …
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After visiting Almost Unknown, the Afric-American Picture Gallery, use branches, greenery, and native plants of the mid-Atlantic region to create a naturalistic design inspired by Ethiop’s vision of an imagined landscape that enslaved people encountered on their journey north. Tour takes place at 4:30 pm followed by design class at 5:30 pm. Registration required by …
Explore the imaginative and interpretive aspects of the essay that inspired Almost Unknown, The Afric-American Picture Gallery exhibition in this four-module virtual course with guest curator Dr. Jonathan Michael Square. “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” was written in 1859 by free black journalist and educator William J. Wilson. The exhibition, on view May 3, 2025–January 4, …
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. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day’s story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts …
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 Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures by Merlin Sheldrake. Bi-monthly. Registration required. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. …
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Enjoy a leisurely walking wine and cheese tasting through the vibrant garden at Winterthur. Stroll at your own pace, discovering seasonally inspired wines from Moët Hennessy and artisanal cheeses from Birchrun Hills Farm, The Farm at Doe Run, UDairy Creamery and other local favorites. Each pairing is thoughtfully curated to complement distinct garden locations, creating …
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Meadows provide important habit for all kinds of creatures, so mowing must be carefully planned. Learn about Winterthur’s mowing schedule on a walk with Jim Magee, supervisor of natural lands. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, horticulture, or habitats. …
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Explore the imaginative and interpretive aspects of the essay that inspired Almost Unknown, The Afric-American Picture Gallery exhibition in this four-module virtual course with guest curator Dr. Jonathan Michael Square. “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” was written in 1859 by free black journalist and educator William J. Wilson. The exhibition, on view May 3, 2025–January 4, …
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. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day’s story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts …
Children and their adults will enjoy hands-on activities and walks with a Delaware Master Naturalist. Learn about the natural lands at Winterthur, the plants and animals living here, and how naturalists and citizen scientists work to care for them. Children will receive a special pin for each Eco Explorer program they attend. Registration required; capacity …
Enjoy crafts, games, and demonstrations inspired by the theme of storytelling, with each week focusing on a different aspect of creative expression. Every Tuesday features a new set of activities and a different guest artist. For ages 3–10. Drop-in program. $5; free for Members and children under age 2. Includes General Admission. July 1–Model Make …
How have authors and illustrators of the past brought the outdoors inside through their books? Explore a selection of the library’s large range of works about the natural world with Sarah Lewis, librarian. After the presentation, you may browse the collections material mentioned during the program. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our …
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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. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day’s story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts …
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 50 participants. Wear walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray. Portions of the walk may …