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Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
Discover some of the unique, interesting, and sometimes rare plants growing on the estate, including both native and non-native species, from large trees to small herbaceous plants, with Ron Simpson, estate guide. 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 …
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Please note: due to forecasted weather, this event has been cancelled. Enjoy a spooky stroll to some of Winterthur’s haunted spots with Tyler Johnson, assistant manager of estate tour programs. Then stop off at our tailgate in a secret location for lively conversation and tasty treats, including hors d’oeuvres and a selection of hard and soft …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
This new course introduces participants to the objects, materials, and tools of a specific era. You will develop skills in identifying, assessing, and contextualizing furniture through visual analysis. The program also includes a guided visit to the Delaware Antiques Show for a curated preview of items. Each session builds on the last, deepening understanding and …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
Fabricating the Solar System: 19th-Century Orreries Discover how an object in the collection, made in 1824 by a schoolteacher in New York City, embodies a historic scientific moment. Learn how 18th- and 19th-century celestial discoveries were communicated to the public and understood through models of the solar system, called orreries. The talk is presented by …
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The library collections contain a treasure trove of women’s history, from famed authors like Jane Austen to the little-known shopkeepers who kept detailed ledgers of their sales. Join library staff as they highlight historical items that tell remarkable stories of women in craft, literature, business, and more. Free. Reservations required; limited to 30 participants. Sold …
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Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
Thursday, November 6 | 6:00–9:00 pm One of the most acclaimed antiques shows highlighting the best of Americana for 60 years! Don’t miss the finest offerings from more than 60 distinguished dealers at this spectacular showcase of art, antiques, and design. Celebrate the opening of the show with cocktails, hors d’œuvres and exclusive early shopping. …
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A Winterthur Tradition | November 7-9, 2025 One of the nation’s most highly acclaimed antiques shows presents a spectacular showcase of art, antiques, and design! Featuring the finest offerings from more than sixty distinguished dealers, the Delaware Antiques Show highlights the best of American antiques and decorative arts. Join us for a full schedule of …
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 …
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This new course introduces participants to the objects, materials, and tools of a specific era. You will develop skills in identifying, assessing, and contextualizing furniture through visual analysis. The program also includes a guided visit to the Delaware Antiques Show for a curated preview of items. Each session builds on the last, deepening understanding and …
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Included with admission. Members free. After adding general admission to your cart, please select Director’s Garden Walk under Tour Options. Meet at the Visitor Center patio. Walks start promptly at scheduled time and take place on the …
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A Winterthur Tradition | November 7-9, 2025 One of the nation’s most highly acclaimed antiques shows presents a spectacular showcase of art, antiques, and design! Featuring the finest offerings from more than sixty distinguished dealers, the Delaware Antiques Show highlights the best of American antiques and decorative arts. Join us for a full schedule of …
A Winterthur Tradition | November 7-9, 2025 One of the nation’s most highly acclaimed antiques shows presents a spectacular showcase of art, antiques, and design! Featuring the finest offerings from more than sixty distinguished dealers, the Delaware Antiques Show highlights the best of American antiques and decorative arts. Join us for a full schedule of …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
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 …
Preserving Presence: The Needlework of Ann Plato and Its Conservation Discover the conservation and historical significance of a needlework in the collection, which was crafted by Ann Plato, a 19th-century free African American educator. Registration required. Free. Register now.
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
Almost Unknown, the Afric-American Picture Gallery brings to life William J. Wilson’s 1859 fantastical essay. This symposium will explore broader approaches to how Wilson’s essay can be integrated into American history and how it connects to Henry Francis du Pont’s legacy and Winterthur’s history. The keynote speaker is Fred Wilson, curator of Mining the Museum, the …
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Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
Be a part of America’s 250th anniversary. America’s Tapestry is a project featuring 13 hand-embroidered panels, one for each of the original colonies, illustrating the diverse stories of individual contributions–many overlooked–that reveal the struggle for Independence. Panels are created by talented artisans from New Hampshire to Georgia. The Delaware tapestry captures a pivotal moment in …
Exclusively for Members! Find out what it takes to put together the Yuletide Tour with Reggie Lynch, director of interpretation and engagement. Learn about du Pont family holiday traditions, glimpse gorgeous images of Yuletides past, and enjoy a preview of this year’s tour. Register now.
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm New Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 28 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes November 29 and December 26. Yuletide charm meets contemporary creativity in the historic mansion, and dazzling decor awaits outdoors. There is so much to see and do …
Enjoy a curated tasting of Penns Woods wines while learning about Pennsylvania’s unique terroir and the innovative techniques of winemaker Davide Creato. Includes three tastings, a conversation with Davide, and a Penns Woods wineglass to take home. Tastings take place at 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, and 4:00 pm. This event is part of Holiday Market and …
Enjoy a fascinating look at how Winterthur’s team of conservators and staff work together to care for over 400 unique garden objects—from protecting historical lead sculptures from hungry squirrels to restoring and preserving these outdoor treasures all over the garden. Lauren Fair, objects conservator and assistant director of conservation, will share insights into the artistry, …
Enjoy a curated tasting of Penns Woods wines while learning about Pennsylvania’s unique terroir and the innovative techniques of winemaker Davide Creato. Includes three tastings, a conversation with Davide, and a Penns Woods wineglass to take home. Tastings take place at 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, and 4:00 pm. This event is part of Holiday Market and …
Enjoy a curated tasting of Penns Woods wines while learning about Pennsylvania’s unique terroir and the innovative techniques of winemaker Davide Creato. Includes three tastings, a conversation with Davide, and a Penns Woods wineglass to take home. Tastings take place at 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, and 4:00 pm. This event is part of Holiday Market and …
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm New Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 28 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes November 29 and December 26. Yuletide charm meets contemporary creativity in the historic mansion, and dazzling decor awaits outdoors. There is so much to see and do …
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm New Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 28 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes November 29 and December 26. Yuletide charm meets contemporary creativity in the historic mansion, and dazzling decor awaits outdoors. There is so much to see and do …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Please note: no class on November 27, December 25 and January 1. …
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm New Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 28 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes November 29 and December 26. Yuletide charm meets contemporary creativity in the historic mansion, and dazzling decor awaits outdoors. There is so much to see and do …
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm New Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 28 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes November 29 and December 26. Yuletide charm meets contemporary creativity in the historic mansion, and dazzling decor awaits outdoors. There is so much to see and do …
Extended Evening Hours | 5:00-8:00 pm Soak in the evening glow of the house decked in its holiday glory or toast marshmallows by the outdoor fire pits. Tap your toes to the sounds of the area's best musicians, savor a seasonal cocktail, and see our magical gingerbread and doll houses. Gentle Flow & Sound: A …
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm New Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 28 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes November 29 and December 26. Yuletide charm meets contemporary creativity in the historic mansion, and dazzling decor awaits outdoors. There is so much to see and do …
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm New Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 28 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes November 29 and December 26. Yuletide charm meets contemporary creativity in the historic mansion, and dazzling decor awaits outdoors. There is so much to see and do …