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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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
Take a walk with Jessica Tsakiris, horticulturist, to visit this garden area and learn about its history as well as current plants and projects. 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. Activities may include a walk, talk, …
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Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes …
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
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. Plus, enjoy a special activity on the first Thursday of every month. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and …
The American Revolution, an Environmental Perspective: Five Landscapes that Shaped the War for Independence How did the American Revolution transform the natural world—and how did the natural world affect the course of the Revolution? This lecture explores how military forces made war on the land by examining five distinctive landscapes that became central to the …
Exclusively for Members! In this virtual lecture, walk in the footsteps of visitors to the museum and garden in the 1950s and ’60s, which included everyone from schoolchildren to America’s First Lady. In celebration of our 75th anniversary, Jeff Groff, former estate historian, will reveal Winterthur during its early years as a museum and explore …
Step into fall with a night of line dancing, seasonal beverages, and tasty autumn treats. Learn new moves from our line dancing instructors, enjoy games on the lawn, and relax on hay bales under the crisp autumn sky. $50; $12 for children 12 and under. Includes welcome cocktail (nonalcoholic option available), line dancing instruction, and …
Get up close to big equipment, suit up in firefighter gear, take a hayride, and more on this day of farm-style fun. Included with admission. Members free. This is a rain or shine, drop-in event, although you may register in advance. Register now. Photos by Suchat Pederson and Bob Leitch
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
Notes, doodles, little pointing hands...people of the past weren’t shy about marking in their books, and historians appreciate it! Join us to learn about the history and importance of marginalia and see some examples of the art from the library’s collections. Free. Reservations required; limited to 30 participants. Register now.
Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the early fall garden on a walking tour led by Collin Hadsell, lead 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. Walks leave promptly from the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted. In case of …
For over three decades, the Infrared and Raman Users Group (IRUG) has been at the forefront of advancing spectroscopic analysis in cultural heritage conservation. Every few years, this vibrant international community gathers to share groundbreaking research, innovative techniques, and the latest developments in infrared and Raman spectroscopy for the analysis and conservation of cultural materials. …
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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. $20; $10 for …
Allison Edmonds, arborist, will demonstrate structural pruning, provide tips, and answer your pruning questions. 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. Activities may include a walk, talk, or demonstration and take place every Wednesday, April–October.
Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes …
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
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. Plus, enjoy a special activity on the first Thursday of every month. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and …
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store, Friday–Sunday. Some exclusions apply.
Join Delaware Shakespeare for thrilling selections of scenes, prose, and poetry from William Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and others, with musical selections interspersed, ending with a dramatic reading of Poe’s “The Raven.” $28–$32; $27–$29 for Members; $10–$12 for children 12 and under; $8–$10 for Member children 12 and under. Includes general admission. Ticket includes general …
Enjoy a day of fun, action, and education. Activities include nature walks, talks, demonstrations, a native plant sale, and much more. Register early for the add-on lecture, “Stream and Watershed Health, Degradation, and Restoration,” by John Jackson of Stroud Water Research Center. Included with admission. Members free. Includes book sale and signing. Presented by Delaware …
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store, Friday–Sunday. Some exclusions apply.
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Come prepared for a long walk and be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. Included with admission. Members free but registration is required. Please note walk capacity is limited. Meet at the …
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Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store, Friday–Sunday. Some exclusions apply.
Painting the New Nation Look closely and uncover stories of remarkable examples of American craftsmanship and artistry from our most iconic collections, guided by Winterthur’s experts. Afterward, enjoy a wine and cheese reception. Explore the artistic legacy of the Peale family of painters with Dr. Kedra Kearis, associate curator of art and visual culture. $85; $75 …
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
Learn Civil War history relating to the Brandywine Valley, drawn from the records of Henry Algernon du Pont, in a talk by Robert Booker and Tom Stack, estate guides. 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. Activities …
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Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes …
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
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. Plus, enjoy a special activity on the first Thursday of every month. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and …
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 Eco Anxiety by Heather White. Registration required. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Headshot by Layra Marz Photography
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
Join Joe Lazorchak, horticulturist and landscape designer, on a walk through the Pinetum to see the range of conifers planted more than 100 years ago by Henry Algernon and Henry Francis du Pont. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, …
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Get your spooky on by using a festive Halloween element with the deepest, darkest flowers. Create a design so beautiful, it’s bound to be haunting. Registration required by October 11. $90; $80 for Members. Sold out. Join us Garden to Vase: Holiday Centerpiece on December 17.
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
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. Plus, enjoy a special activity on the first Thursday of every month. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and …
Bring in cherished objects and learn how to preserve them for future generations. From family quilts and photo albums to ceramics, portraits, furniture, and everything in between, conservation staff and students will hear the stories of your objects and share condition assessments, treatment recommendations, and display and storage advice. Your advance registration allows us to …
Join us for hands-on activities that blend nature, mindfulness, and self-care in a relaxing setting, with Delaware Master Naturalists and professionals from the wellness industry. Each session explores a new wellness theme. Registration required; capacity limited. $35; $25 for Members. Register now. Join us for an additional Rooted in Wellness programs on November 12.
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 …
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
Join Ron Simpson, estate guide and Delaware Master Naturalist, who will discuss which magnolia cultivars are best of the region, and how to care for them when they are in your landscape. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, horticulture, …
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Exclusively for Members! This introductory level, easy-to-learn set of twenty movements helps dissolve tension, reduce chronic pain, and improve balance. Based on the ancient Chinese principles of activation and circulation of energy (chi), T’ai Chi Chih is an easily adaptive and enjoyable program that can be done by anyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Classes …
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. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location …
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. Plus, enjoy a special activity on the first Thursday of every month. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and …
Enjoy spooky tales of Halloweens past and walk in the footsteps of those who have traveled here before...and possibly still do, guided by one of our staff members. Then stop off at our tailgate in a picturesque location for lively conversation and tasty treats, including hors d’oeuvres and a selection of hard and soft beverages. …
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. $20; $10 for …
Dress your goblins and ghosts in their Halloween finest and join us for daytime trick-or-treating in the garden. Enjoy crafts, games, and live music. Member morning preview, 9:00–10:00 am. Included with admission. Members free. This is a drop-in event, although you may register in advance. Register now.