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SUMMARY:Member Bloom Report Guided Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION: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 may be over dirt\, grass\, and paved paths and may include uneven ground and steps. Walks leave promptly from the Visitor Center. Please check in at the admission desk 10 minutes before scheduled walk time. In case of inclement weather\, a decision will be made the day prior. If the decision is made to cancel\, all registered participants will be notified. \nRegister now. \nJoin us for additional Member Bloom Report Guided Garden Walks on July 3\, August 2\, September 9\, and October 2.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/member-bloom-report-guided-garden-walk-4/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden,Member
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T120000
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SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Rigging Demonstration
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nIncluded with admission. Members free. \nRegister now. \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 every Wednesday\, April–October.  \nJune 11—Planning a Victorian Garden \nJune 18—Winterthur’s Bedrock Geology & Decorative Building Stone \nJune 25—Mowing Meadow Schedule \nJuly 2—The Natural World through Books \nJuly 9—Pollinators at Winterthur \nJuly 16—Aquatic Plant of the Reflecting Pool \nJuly 23—Summer Project Overview \nJuly 30—Tree Compartmentalization \nAugust 6—Summer Project Overview \nAugust 13—Flower Fairies \nAugust 20–Growing Citrus Indoors & On the Patio \nAugust 27—Fabulous Ferns
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-rigging-demonstration/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250514T205557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T143125Z
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SUMMARY:Art Book Open House: Fabulous Fabric
DESCRIPTION: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 Winterthur Library. Artists and art lovers can get a feel for the special collections and to chat with each other about their own projects—no reading ahead required! Free. Drop-in program.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/art-book-open-house-fabulous-fabric/
CATEGORIES:Library,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T194500
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250212T153327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T150730Z
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SUMMARY:Envisioning the “Afric-American Picture Gallery”: A Curatorial Journey | Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“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\, 2026\, takes visitors on a tour of Wilson’s imagined gallery of drawings\, paintings\, sculptures\, and objects representing Black life in the United States and across the Diaspora\, as interpreted by Square.  \nOver the course of four modules\, participants will: \n\n	summarize Wilson’s prose in the context of 19th-century culture and contemporary literature;\n	explore the curatorial process of selecting collections objects for Winterthur’s exhibition through discussion and behind-the-scenes images;\n	choose to: a) share your understanding of a select reading from the provided bibliography\, or b) describe an object you would have included in the exhibition;\n	create and contribute to a diverse learning experience.\n\nJune 4: Explore “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” essay \nJune 11: Investigate the curatorial process of the exhibition \nJune 18: Engage in a student-led discussion guided by Jonathan Michael Square \nJune 25: Present final thoughts and wrap-up session \nParticipants in the virtual course may take an in-person tour of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery led by Jonathan Michael Square on June 30 at 10:30 a.m. \nJonathan Michael Square\, Ph.D.\, is the guest curator of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery. He is assistant professor of Black Visual Culture at Parsons School of Design and a writer\, historian\, and curator of Afro-Diasporic fashion and visual culture. \nClasses will take place on Zoom. Limited to 15 students. Students are encouraged to take part in all four modules. Access to the module recordings\, suggested bibliography\, and study guide included. $100 per participant. Scholarships available. Please contact Stephenie Bailey\, manager of continuing education\, with questions about registering.  \nRegistration in the virtual course includes attendance at the symposium Looking Back to the Future: Realizing “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” at Winterthur\, November 14–15\, 2025. The symposium will explore broader approaches to how William J. Wilson’s essay can be integrated into American history and how it connects to the legacy of Henry Francis du Pont and the history of Winterthur. It is designed for a diverse audience of professionals\, scholars\, and enthusiasts of African American history and the wider Wilmington community.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/envisioning-the-afric-american-picture-gallery-a-curatorial-journey-virtual-course/2025-06-04/
CATEGORIES:Museum,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250514T211700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T141713Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time in Enchanted Woods
DESCRIPTION: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 promptly at scheduled time and takes place weekly\, April–October. \nJune 5—The Wonder You See by Joanna Gaines \nJune 12—Secrets of the Vegetable Garden by Carron Brown \nJune 19—Restorations with Wangari Maathai by Maureen McQuerry \nJune 26—I Wonder Who Lives in That Tree by Scott Bryan
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/story-time-in-enchanted-woods-17/2025-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Kids & Families,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T123000
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION: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 American experience at 12:30\, 1:30\, 2:30\, and 3:30 pm. Included with admission. Members free. Tour reservations required.\nRegister now.\n \nSpecial Underground Railroad Bus Tour\, 9:30 am–12:30 pm\n\nFollow the route of many freedom seekers on their trek through Pennsylvania with Dr. Jonathan Michael Square\, the guest curator of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery\, and two guides from the Kennett Underground Railroad Center. Leaving from Winterthur\, you will travel up Kennett Pike (Route 52) and cross the state line into Chester County\, Pennsylvania\, the “hotbed of abolition.” Visit documented Underground Railroad sites\, historic homes\, and Quaker meetinghouses while learning about local abolitionists and anti-slavery activity in the Kennett Square area. The tour will also present the contributions of local African Americans and their faith communities in the quest for freedom from slavery. \n$30 per person. To reserve tickets\, visit the Kennett Underground Railroad Center website.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/juneteenth-freedom-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Entertainment,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250514T210444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T184847Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Walk
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 an additional Birding Walk on July 9.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/birding-walk-7/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T194500
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250212T153327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T150730Z
UID:52942-1749668400-1749671100@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Envisioning the “Afric-American Picture Gallery”: A Curatorial Journey | Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“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\, 2026\, takes visitors on a tour of Wilson’s imagined gallery of drawings\, paintings\, sculptures\, and objects representing Black life in the United States and across the Diaspora\, as interpreted by Square.  \nOver the course of four modules\, participants will: \n\n	summarize Wilson’s prose in the context of 19th-century culture and contemporary literature;\n	explore the curatorial process of selecting collections objects for Winterthur’s exhibition through discussion and behind-the-scenes images;\n	choose to: a) share your understanding of a select reading from the provided bibliography\, or b) describe an object you would have included in the exhibition;\n	create and contribute to a diverse learning experience.\n\nJune 4: Explore “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” essay \nJune 11: Investigate the curatorial process of the exhibition \nJune 18: Engage in a student-led discussion guided by Jonathan Michael Square \nJune 25: Present final thoughts and wrap-up session \nParticipants in the virtual course may take an in-person tour of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery led by Jonathan Michael Square on June 30 at 10:30 a.m. \nJonathan Michael Square\, Ph.D.\, is the guest curator of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery. He is assistant professor of Black Visual Culture at Parsons School of Design and a writer\, historian\, and curator of Afro-Diasporic fashion and visual culture. \nClasses will take place on Zoom. Limited to 15 students. Students are encouraged to take part in all four modules. Access to the module recordings\, suggested bibliography\, and study guide included. $100 per participant. Scholarships available. Please contact Stephenie Bailey\, manager of continuing education\, with questions about registering.  \nRegistration in the virtual course includes attendance at the symposium Looking Back to the Future: Realizing “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” at Winterthur\, November 14–15\, 2025. The symposium will explore broader approaches to how William J. Wilson’s essay can be integrated into American history and how it connects to the legacy of Henry Francis du Pont and the history of Winterthur. It is designed for a diverse audience of professionals\, scholars\, and enthusiasts of African American history and the wider Wilmington community.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/envisioning-the-afric-american-picture-gallery-a-curatorial-journey-virtual-course/2025-06-11/
CATEGORIES:Museum,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250514T211700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T141713Z
UID:54312-1749726000-1749727800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Story Time in Enchanted Woods
DESCRIPTION: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 promptly at scheduled time and takes place weekly\, April–October. \nJune 5—The Wonder You See by Joanna Gaines \nJune 12—Secrets of the Vegetable Garden by Carron Brown \nJune 19—Restorations with Wangari Maathai by Maureen McQuerry \nJune 26—I Wonder Who Lives in That Tree by Scott Bryan
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/story-time-in-enchanted-woods-17/2025-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Kids & Families,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250502T143052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T162148Z
UID:53956-1749895200-1749913200@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 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 toss. In addition\, children can make a magical wand to take home. \nThe 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. Drop-in program. Included with admission. Members free. \nRegister now.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/enchanted-summer-day-4/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Kids & Families,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250513T150834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T181421Z
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SUMMARY:Director's Garden Walk: Meadows\, Streams\, and Ponds
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: Due to anticipated rain\, this event will move to Friday\, June 20 at 8:00 pm. \nJoin 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 additional Director’s Garden Walks on July 12 and August 9.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/directors-garden-walk-meadows-streams-and-ponds-2/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250513T152028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155814Z
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SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Winterthur's Bedrock Geology & Decorative Building Stone
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister now. \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 every Wednesday\, April–October.  \nJune 25—Mowing Meadow Schedule \nJuly 2—The Natural World through Books \nJuly 9—Pollinators at Winterthur \nJuly 16—Aquatic Plant of the Reflecting Pool \nJuly 23—Summer Project Overview \nJuly 30—Tree Compartmentalization \nAugust 6—Summer Project Overview \nAugust 13—Flower Fairies \nAugust 20–Growing Citrus Indoors & On the Patio \nAugust 27—Fabulous Ferns
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-winterthurs-bedrock-geology-decorative-building-stone/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20241122T182202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T150527Z
UID:51537-1750264200-1750276800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden to Vase: Flowers of Every Hue
DESCRIPTION: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 June 10. $80; $70 for Members.  \nRegister now. \nJoin us for these upcoming workshops: \nJuly 10—Garden to Vase: Sensational Summer Flowers \nAugust 5—Garden to Vase: Cut Flower Workshop \nAugust 20—Garden to Vase: Picnic Tablescape \nSeptember 2—Garden to Vase: Cut Flower Workshop \nSeptember 17—Garden to Vase: Woodland Whimsy \nOctober 15—Garden to Vase: Pumpkins and Dried Flowers \nDecember 3—Floral Design Workshop: Holiday Standing Wreath \nDecember 17—Garden to Vase: Christmas Candlestick
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-to-vase/
CATEGORIES:Floral Design,Garden,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T194500
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250212T153327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T150731Z
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SUMMARY:Envisioning the “Afric-American Picture Gallery”: A Curatorial Journey | Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“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\, 2026\, takes visitors on a tour of Wilson’s imagined gallery of drawings\, paintings\, sculptures\, and objects representing Black life in the United States and across the Diaspora\, as interpreted by Square.  \nOver the course of four modules\, participants will: \n\n	summarize Wilson’s prose in the context of 19th-century culture and contemporary literature;\n	explore the curatorial process of selecting collections objects for Winterthur’s exhibition through discussion and behind-the-scenes images;\n	choose to: a) share your understanding of a select reading from the provided bibliography\, or b) describe an object you would have included in the exhibition;\n	create and contribute to a diverse learning experience.\n\nJune 4: Explore “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” essay \nJune 11: Investigate the curatorial process of the exhibition \nJune 18: Engage in a student-led discussion guided by Jonathan Michael Square \nJune 25: Present final thoughts and wrap-up session \nParticipants in the virtual course may take an in-person tour of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery led by Jonathan Michael Square on June 30 at 10:30 a.m. \nJonathan Michael Square\, Ph.D.\, is the guest curator of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery. He is assistant professor of Black Visual Culture at Parsons School of Design and a writer\, historian\, and curator of Afro-Diasporic fashion and visual culture. \nClasses will take place on Zoom. Limited to 15 students. Students are encouraged to take part in all four modules. Access to the module recordings\, suggested bibliography\, and study guide included. $100 per participant. Scholarships available. Please contact Stephenie Bailey\, manager of continuing education\, with questions about registering.  \nRegistration in the virtual course includes attendance at the symposium Looking Back to the Future: Realizing “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” at Winterthur\, November 14–15\, 2025. The symposium will explore broader approaches to how William J. Wilson’s essay can be integrated into American history and how it connects to the legacy of Henry Francis du Pont and the history of Winterthur. It is designed for a diverse audience of professionals\, scholars\, and enthusiasts of African American history and the wider Wilmington community.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/envisioning-the-afric-american-picture-gallery-a-curatorial-journey-virtual-course/2025-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Museum,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250514T211700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T141713Z
UID:54313-1750330800-1750332600@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Story Time in Enchanted Woods
DESCRIPTION: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 promptly at scheduled time and takes place weekly\, April–October. \nJune 5—The Wonder You See by Joanna Gaines \nJune 12—Secrets of the Vegetable Garden by Carron Brown \nJune 19—Restorations with Wangari Maathai by Maureen McQuerry \nJune 26—I Wonder Who Lives in That Tree by Scott Bryan
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/story-time-in-enchanted-woods-17/2025-06-19/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Kids & Families,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250514T204343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T165720Z
UID:53735-1750338000-1750345200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Cover to Cover\, Naturally! A Nature Lover's Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nRegister now. \nJoin us for Cover to Cover\, Naturally on August 21. \n 
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/cover-to-cover-naturally-a-nature-lovers-book-club-8/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250403T172702Z
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SUMMARY:Wine through Winterthur: Midsummer Sip & Stroll
DESCRIPTION: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 a unique sensory experience that captures the essence of the season. As you wander\, delight in the flavors of spring and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of June’s blooms. $55; $50 for Members. Includes tasting of four wines\, three cheeses\, 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: June 22. \n  \n\nRegister now.\n  \nJoin us for Taste of Terroir: An Italian Wine & Cheese Experience on August 21.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/wine-through-winterthur-sip-savor-among-the-blooms/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
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CREATED:20250513T152305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155727Z
UID:53707-1750847400-1750852800@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Garden & Estate Insider: Meadow Mowing Schedule
DESCRIPTION: 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. \nRegister now. \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 every Wednesday\, April–October.  \nJuly 2—The Natural World through Books \nJuly 9—Pollinators at Winterthur \nJuly 16—Aquatic Plant of the Reflecting Pool \nJuly 23—Summer Project Overview \nJuly 30—Tree Compartmentalization \nAugust 6—Summer Project Overview \nAugust 13—Flower Fairies \nAugust 20–Growing Citrus Indoors & On the Patio \nAugust 27—Fabulous Ferns
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/garden-estate-insider-meadow-mowing-schedule/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T194500
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250212T153327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T150731Z
UID:52652-1750878000-1750880700@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Envisioning the “Afric-American Picture Gallery”: A Curatorial Journey | Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“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\, 2026\, takes visitors on a tour of Wilson’s imagined gallery of drawings\, paintings\, sculptures\, and objects representing Black life in the United States and across the Diaspora\, as interpreted by Square.  \nOver the course of four modules\, participants will: \n\n	summarize Wilson’s prose in the context of 19th-century culture and contemporary literature;\n	explore the curatorial process of selecting collections objects for Winterthur’s exhibition through discussion and behind-the-scenes images;\n	choose to: a) share your understanding of a select reading from the provided bibliography\, or b) describe an object you would have included in the exhibition;\n	create and contribute to a diverse learning experience.\n\nJune 4: Explore “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” essay \nJune 11: Investigate the curatorial process of the exhibition \nJune 18: Engage in a student-led discussion guided by Jonathan Michael Square \nJune 25: Present final thoughts and wrap-up session \nParticipants in the virtual course may take an in-person tour of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery led by Jonathan Michael Square on June 30 at 10:30 a.m. \nJonathan Michael Square\, Ph.D.\, is the guest curator of Almost Unknown: The Afric-American Picture Gallery. He is assistant professor of Black Visual Culture at Parsons School of Design and a writer\, historian\, and curator of Afro-Diasporic fashion and visual culture. \nClasses will take place on Zoom. Limited to 15 students. Students are encouraged to take part in all four modules. Access to the module recordings\, suggested bibliography\, and study guide included. $100 per participant. Scholarships available. Please contact Stephenie Bailey\, manager of continuing education\, with questions about registering.  \nRegistration in the virtual course includes attendance at the symposium Looking Back to the Future: Realizing “The Afric-American Picture Gallery” at Winterthur\, November 14–15\, 2025. The symposium will explore broader approaches to how William J. Wilson’s essay can be integrated into American history and how it connects to the legacy of Henry Francis du Pont and the history of Winterthur. It is designed for a diverse audience of professionals\, scholars\, and enthusiasts of African American history and the wider Wilmington community.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/envisioning-the-afric-american-picture-gallery-a-curatorial-journey-virtual-course/2025-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Museum,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250514T211700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T141714Z
UID:54314-1750935600-1750937400@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Story Time in Enchanted Woods
DESCRIPTION: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 promptly at scheduled time and takes place weekly\, April–October. \nJune 5—The Wonder You See by Joanna Gaines \nJune 12—Secrets of the Vegetable Garden by Carron Brown \nJune 19—Restorations with Wangari Maathai by Maureen McQuerry \nJune 26—I Wonder Who Lives in That Tree by Scott Bryan
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/story-time-in-enchanted-woods-17/2025-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Garden,Kids & Families,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T025042
CREATED:20250317T131553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T132603Z
UID:53358-1751104800-1751110200@www.winterthur.org
SUMMARY:Eco Explorers: The Buzz about Bees
DESCRIPTION: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 limited. $8 per child; $5 per Member child. $25 per adult chaperone (one adult chaperone required per family group). Adult Members free. \nSold out.
URL:https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/eco-explorers-the-buzz-about-bees/
CATEGORIES:Activity,Garden
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