Join us for exploration, adventure, and play! Enjoy kid-friendly activities, wander the garden, and learn about history while having fun. All activities included with admission unless otherwise noted; free for children under 2. Members free.
Explore Enchanted Woods
Discover the magic of a fairy-tale garden with a visit to Enchanted Woods. Designed to look as though it were created by fairies, this three-acre plot covered by majestic oak trees has several play areas to climb in, on, and over, including a Faerie Cottage with a thatched roof, a giant Bird’s Nest, and an Acorn Tearoom for make-believe tea parties. Enchanted Woods encourages children and their families to engage in imaginative play and creativity.
Events
Embrace the Warmth and Wonder of the Season Open Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm…
Exclusively for Members! Bring your camera or smartphone to take a picture…
Extended Evening Hours | 5:00-8:00 pm Soak in the evening glow of…
Extended Evening Hours | 5:00-8:00 pm Soak in the evening glow of…
Join us for a holiday brunch with everyone’s favorite guest, Santa Claus.…
December 13, 2025-January 1, 2026 All aboard! Bring the entire family to…
Join us for a holiday brunch with everyone’s favorite guest, Santa Claus.…
Activities
Don’t miss these special child-friendly activities. Included with admission. Members free.
Adventure Packs
Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Borrow a backpack filled with a guide, stories, and objects for exploring the galleries (pick up at the Galleries reception desk) and garden (pick up at the Visitor Center).
Touch-It Room
Saturdays, 10:30 am–3:30 pm
Discover our interactive kids’ space, handle objects from the past, and pretend like you’re living long ago.
Hands-On History Cart
Saturdays, 1:00–3:00 pm
Meet our curators and conservators in training. Hear what their work is revealing. New topic each week.
More Adventure Awaits!
Join us for fun in every season. A Winterthur membership offers unlimited free general admission, garden tram tours, Member days and discounts, and daily dawn-to-dusk access to the estate year-round. Learn more or call 800.448.3883.