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Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
Portrait of Catherine de Visme Browne When Henry Francis du Pont purchased this portrait and installed it prominently in Montmorenci Stair Hall, it was identified simply as an “American Empire Portrait.” Yet it is not a mere likeness. This portrait of Catherine de Visme Browne by Ezra Ames depicts a young woman of great intellect, …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
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. Purchase tickets. Workshops & Programs …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Craft a festive charcuterie board filled with holiday delicacies, including an assortment of artisanal cured meats, local cheeses, rosemary-scented crackers, dried figs, seasonal fruits, and more. $75. Registration required; capacity limited. Includes admission to Holiday Nights. Register now.
Enjoy a dramatic retelling of the classic by Charles Dickens in this new four-ghost show featuring humor, music, and movement, presented by Winterthur and the Farm Hill Players. Join us for a new tradition this holiday season. Performance only tickets: $25; $23 for Members; $10 for children under 12. Performance and general admission: $35; $15 …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Nothing captures the comfort of home quite like the scent of fresh baked cookies—this felted cookie workshop brings that feeling to life through soft fibers and simple craft. Guided by fiber artist Charlese Phillips, you’ll use needle-felting techniques and provided materials to create 2-3 “fresh-baked” cookies inspired by the treats that make home feel special. $40. Registration required; capacity limited. …
Join us for a social night for college students, post-grads, and early-career professionals, surrounded by friends and peers while enjoying hot chocolate, tunes spun by a live DJ, and our galleries. Learn how our unique programming and master’s studies can connect you to exciting careers in art history, horticulture, and more. $15. Event and general …
Enjoy a dramatic retelling of the classic by Charles Dickens in this new three-ghost show featuring humor, music, and movement, presented by Winterthur and the Farm Hill Players. Join us for a new tradition this holiday season. Performance only tickets: $25; $23 for Members; $10 for children under 12. Performance and general admission: $35; $15 …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Enjoy a dramatic retelling of the classic by Charles Dickens in this new four-ghost show featuring humor, music, and movement, presented by Winterthur and the Farm Hill Players. Join us for a new tradition this holiday season. Performance only tickets: $25; $23 for Members; $10 for children under 12. Performance and general admission: $35; $15 …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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; $14 for …
A Nation Unraveled During the American Civil War, clothing became central to the ways people waged war and experienced its cost. Through the clothes they made, wore, mended, lost, and stole, Americans expressed their allegiances, showed their love, confronted their social and economic challenges, subverted expectations, and, ultimately, preserved their history. As the collections they …
Discover the history of mistletoe—the festive, romantic, mythological, and parasitic(?!) piece of holiday decor. Whether hung over a doorway to provide an excuse for a smooch or used by ancient heroes to gain access to the underworld, mistletoe has long captivated people with its beauty and tenacity. Learn all about its history and uses in …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
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 …
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. Purchase tickets. Workshops & Programs …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store, Friday–Sunday. Some exclusions apply.
Raise a glass to the season with Claire Trindle of Blind Bear Beverages, who will guide you through a curated tasting of hard ciders and cheeses. From crisp and refreshing to rich and complex, discover what makes each combination a memorable match and how a carefully chosen cider can bring out the best in every …
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Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Join us for a holiday brunch with everyone’s favorite guest, Santa Claus. Enjoy our expansive brunch buffet, including an omelet station and a donut wall. Santa and Mrs. Claus will fly in from the North Pole for photos and to spread holiday cheer until 2:00 pm. Reservations required. $70; $55 for Members. $25 for children …
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. 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 …
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Treat yourself to a magical holiday performance. Surrounded by hundreds of candles, OperaDelaware will perform seasonal classics, popular standards, and opera favorites. Advance tickets recommended, sellout likely. $38–$40; $34–$36 for Members. $18–$20 for students; $14–$16 for children 12 & under. Includes admission to Holiday Nights. Register now. Photo courtesy of OperaDelaware
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Join us for a holiday brunch with everyone’s favorite guest, Santa Claus. Enjoy our expansive brunch buffet, including an omelet station and a donut wall. Santa and Mrs. Claus will fly in from the North Pole for photos and to spread holiday cheer until 2:00 pm. Reservations required. $70; $55 for Members. $25 for children …
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store, Friday–Sunday. Some exclusions apply.
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
America’s First Woman Botanist Jane Colden (1724–1760) was America’s first woman botanist, yet her contributions to the field of remain little-known and her writings are mostly unpublished. Enjoy this lecture restoring Colden’s life and work, in her own writings, her father’s correspondence, and botanic sources of the 18th century with Fenella Greig Heckscher, author of …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
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 The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Registration required. Included with admission. Members free. Register now.
Take a special Yuletide Tour with the floral designers and gain insider tips from those who helped create the decorations. Afterward, create a long-lasting centerpiece for your holiday table. Registration required by December 7. $90. $80 for Members. Sold out. Photo by Holden Barnes.
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. Purchase tickets.
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
10:00 am–5:00 pm The du Pont children loved Christmas and the toys they received each year. A popular toy of their era was the Lionel Standard Gauge toy train. Join us to enjoy this weekend for a festive toy train display, on view in the Brown Horticulture Learning Center, courtesy of the Standard Gauge Module Association. Included …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Join us for a holiday brunch with everyone’s favorite guest, Santa Claus. Enjoy our expansive brunch buffet, including an omelet station and a donut wall. Santa and Mrs. Claus will fly in from the North Pole for photos and to spread holiday cheer until 2:00 pm. Reservations required. $70; $55 for Members. $25 for children …
Enjoy the sounds of the season with mid-century jazz performed live by the Cartoon Christmas Trio, featuring favorites by Vince Guaraldi like “Linus and Lucy” as well as other holiday classics like “O Tannenbaum.” Advance tickets recommended, sellout likely. $28–$30; $24–$26 for Members. $26–$28 for students and seniors; $10–$12 for children 12 & under. Register …
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Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Join us for a holiday brunch with everyone’s favorite guest, Santa Claus. Enjoy our expansive brunch buffet, including an omelet station and a donut wall. Santa and Mrs. Claus will fly in from the North Pole for photos and to spread holiday cheer until 2:00 pm. Reservations required. $70; $55 for Members. $25 for children …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
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 …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …
Make a tiny keepsake to hold a dream, wish, or meaningful words in this hands-on workshop with artist Patti Paulus. You’ll create a 1" x 1.5" accordion secret inspiration book and nest it in a brass frame to wear as a necklace—a small, personal reminder of what inspires you. Bring your ideas for what you’d like to treasure inside. $35. …
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. Purchase tickets. Program Secret Inspiration …
Home for the Holidays Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Holiday Nights starting Friday, November 27 | Fridays & Saturdays, open until 8:00 pm. Excludes December 26 and January 1. Home is a reflection of who we are and what we hold dear. Our Yuletide Tour celebrates home and all things home can mean—a place, the …