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.
Enchanted Woods
Monday–Sunday, 10 am–5 pm
Nestled under a canopy of oak trees, our children’s garden offers places to play, pretend, and connect with nature. All are welcome here.
Adventure Packs
Starting September 2023
Tuesday–Saturday, 10 am–4 pm
Stop by the Galleries Reception Desk to borrow a backpack filled with a guide, stories, and objects for exploring the galleries and garden.
Touch-It Room
Starting September 2023
Saturdays, 10:30 am–12:30 pm
& 1:30–3:30 pm
Discover our interactive kids’ space, handle objects from the past, and pretend like you’re living long ago.
Hands-On History Cart
Starting September 2023
Saturdays, 1–3 pm
Meet our curators and conservators in training. Hear what their work is revealing. New topic each week.
Special Events
Brunch with Santa
December 9, 10, 16 & 17
Join us for holiday brunch with everyone’s favorite guest, Santa Claus.
Sold out.
Holiday Joy!
December 10, 1–2:45 pm
Join us for an afternoon of dance performances, interactive demonstrations, and crafts for the whole family, presented by the Wilmington Ballet.
Toy Train Display
December 22, 2023—January 2, 2024
Join us to enjoy the “Twelve Days of Christmas,” a festive toy train display.
More Adventure Awaits!
Join us for fun in every season. A family 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.