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Welcome to Winterthur’s online Press Room. Members of the media may view information for current, past, and upcoming exhibitions and programs.

How can I obtain permission to film or photograph at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library?

Please email a detailed request to: pressroom@winterthur.org. Let us know your preferred location(s), a proposed time, and whether or not you’ll be using any film or photography. You will receive a response from us within one to three days.

For media-related questions, please send an email to pressroom@winterthur.org.

Current Press Releases

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Point-to-Point returns for 46th year
WINTERTHUR, DE (March 13, 2024) – The 46th Annual Point-to-Point Races—with thrilling…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/ptp-news-release-2024/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur welcomes Kirk Trasborg as new Chief Financial Officer
WINTERTHUR, DE (January 22, 2024) – Kirk Trasborg has been selected as…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-new-cfo/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

National Park Service grant to help restore Winterthur gatehouse
WINTERTHUR, DE (December 12, 2023) – A project to preserve the historic…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/gatehouse-grant/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Yuletide at Winterthur will be a stylish season
WINTERTHUR, DE (November 1, 2023) – Yuletide at Winterthur brings the wonder…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/stylish-yuletide/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur’s 60th Annual Delaware Antiques Show, November 10-12
WINTERTHUR, DE (October 23, 2023) – One of the nation’s most acclaimed…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/das-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur Institute accepting applications through October 31
WINTERTHUR, DE (October 9, 2023) – Applications are being accepted through October…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-institute-apply/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Experience the wonder of Winterthur for free on September 30
WINTERTHUR, DE (September 20, 2023) – Tour the museum, see the new…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/discover-winterthur-for-free/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

A search for couturier’s historic works is yielding results
WINTERTHUR, DE (September 6, 2023) – In advance of a landmark exhibition…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/ann-lowe-research-continues/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Artists and food vendors will delight Artisan Market visitors
WINTERTHUR, DE (July 3, 2023) – Antiques, home décor, handmade crafts, pottery,…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/artisan-market-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Juneteenth celebration to inspire visitors June 17
WINTERTHUR, DE (June 1, 2023) – A variety of storytellers, musicians, and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/juneteenth-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Scholars to reveal interpretations of unique centuries-old manuscript that illuminates life in the American borderlands
WINTERTHUR, DE (May 9, 2023) – A devotional manuscript made in the…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/denig-study-day/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

The Delaware tradition of Point-to-Point returns for its 45th year
WINTERTHUR, DE (March 1, 2023) – An antique carriage parade, a Rolls-Royce…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/point-to-point-returns-for-45th-year/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

March will bring flair to Delaware during Design Month at Winterthur
WINTERTHUR, DE (February 15, 2023) – A lineup of sought-after design professionals…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/design-month-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Gingerbread replica of Winterthur arrives at museum
WINTERTHUR, DE (November 17, 2022) – A Philadelphia bakery installed a giant…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/gingerbread-replica-of-winterthur-arrives-at-museum/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur Celebrates the Holidays with a Season of Events, Tours, Music, and More
Open late Wednesday evenings in December for live jazz, seasonal cocktails, and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-celebrates-the-holidays-with-a-season-of-events-tours-music-and-more/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Ann Lowe: American Couturier
Exhibition to tell story of the designer and her decades-long career WINTERTHUR,…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/ann-lowe-american-couturier-press-release/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur’s Annual Delaware Antiques Show, November 11–13
One of the nation’s most acclaimed shows of antiques, art, and design,…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthurs-annual-delaware-antiques-show-november-11-13/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

The Needle’s I: Stitching Identity Exhibition on view starting September 17
From historic samplers and clothing to contemporary pieces, the exhibition The Needle’s…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/the-needles-i-stitching-identity-exhibition-on-view-starting-september-17/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Special Programs Make Museums Affordable for All
Qualified Visitors Receive Reduced Admission to Winterthur $2 Tickets Increase Access to…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/special-programs-make-museums-affordable-for-all/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

From Winterthur to the White House Exhibition Explores Jacqueline Kennedy and Henry Francis du Pont’s partnership in the Historic Restoration of “The People’s House”
In 1961, the youngest first lady in American history appointed a reserved…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/from-winterthur-to-the-white-house-exhibition-explores-jacqueline-kennedy-and-henry-francis-du-ponts-artnership/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Updated With Hammer in Hand Tells a Richer Story of the Dominy Family of Craftsmen
A signature installation at Winterthur further explores historic craft, trade, and lifeways…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/updated-with-hammer-in-hand-tells-a-richer-story-of-the-dominy-family-of-craftsmen/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Longtime Division Leader Chris Strand Named Director of Winterthur
Winterthur, DE, October 12, 2021—Chris Strand, the longtime director of garden and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/longtime-division-leader-chris-strand-named-director-of-winterthur/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Judith and John Herdeg Receive Henry Francis du Pont Award
Winterthur recently presented the Henry Francis du Pont Award to Judith and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/judith-and-john-herdeg-receive-henry-francis-du-pont-award/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

The Wonder of Wood Conference Explores Decorative Marquetry and Inlay
The Wonder of Wood: Decorative Inlay and Marquetry in Europe and America, 1600–1900 will…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/the-wonder-of-wood-conference-explores-decorative-marquetry-and-inlay/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur Acquires Recently Discovered Anna Pottery Liberty Monument
Object depicts racial massacre in the Reconstruction Era. Winterthur Museum, Garden &…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-acquires-recently-discovered-anna-pottery-liberty-monument/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Transformations Shows Winterthur’s Contemporary Side
A second round of installations at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library reinforces…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/transformations-shows-winterthurs-contemporary-side/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

In Memoriam: Beloved Curator, Educator, and Friend Linda Eaton
Over more than 30 years at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, Linda…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/in-memoriam-beloved-curator-educator-and-friend-linda-eaton/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Designer Ann Lowe
Becomes the subject of a major exhibition. See more.

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/designer-ann-lowe/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur in the News

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Our “Flowering treasures” in The Washington Post
Henry Francis du Pont’s spirit lives on in March Bank.

<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/home/a-feeble-winter-unlocks-flowering-treasures/2020/02/18/edec93f0-4e93-11ea-9b5c-eac5b16dafaa_story.html" target="_blank" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to go to link</span>Read perspective</a>

Winterthur Press Releases

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Point-to-Point returns for 46th year
WINTERTHUR, DE (March 13, 2024) – The 46th Annual Point-to-Point Races—with thrilling…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/ptp-news-release-2024/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur welcomes Kirk Trasborg as new Chief Financial Officer
WINTERTHUR, DE (January 22, 2024) – Kirk Trasborg has been selected as…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-new-cfo/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

National Park Service grant to help restore Winterthur gatehouse
WINTERTHUR, DE (December 12, 2023) – A project to preserve the historic…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/gatehouse-grant/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Yuletide at Winterthur will be a stylish season
WINTERTHUR, DE (November 1, 2023) – Yuletide at Winterthur brings the wonder…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/stylish-yuletide/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur’s 60th Annual Delaware Antiques Show, November 10-12
WINTERTHUR, DE (October 23, 2023) – One of the nation’s most acclaimed…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/das-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur Institute accepting applications through October 31
WINTERTHUR, DE (October 9, 2023) – Applications are being accepted through October…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-institute-apply/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Experience the wonder of Winterthur for free on September 30
WINTERTHUR, DE (September 20, 2023) – Tour the museum, see the new…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/discover-winterthur-for-free/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

A search for couturier’s historic works is yielding results
WINTERTHUR, DE (September 6, 2023) – In advance of a landmark exhibition…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/ann-lowe-research-continues/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Artists and food vendors will delight Artisan Market visitors
WINTERTHUR, DE (July 3, 2023) – Antiques, home décor, handmade crafts, pottery,…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/artisan-market-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Juneteenth celebration to inspire visitors June 17
WINTERTHUR, DE (June 1, 2023) – A variety of storytellers, musicians, and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/juneteenth-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Scholars to reveal interpretations of unique centuries-old manuscript that illuminates life in the American borderlands
WINTERTHUR, DE (May 9, 2023) – A devotional manuscript made in the…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/denig-study-day/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

The Delaware tradition of Point-to-Point returns for its 45th year
WINTERTHUR, DE (March 1, 2023) – An antique carriage parade, a Rolls-Royce…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/point-to-point-returns-for-45th-year/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

March will bring flair to Delaware during Design Month at Winterthur
WINTERTHUR, DE (February 15, 2023) – A lineup of sought-after design professionals…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/design-month-2023/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Gingerbread replica of Winterthur arrives at museum
WINTERTHUR, DE (November 17, 2022) – A Philadelphia bakery installed a giant…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/gingerbread-replica-of-winterthur-arrives-at-museum/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur Celebrates the Holidays with a Season of Events, Tours, Music, and More
Open late Wednesday evenings in December for live jazz, seasonal cocktails, and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-celebrates-the-holidays-with-a-season-of-events-tours-music-and-more/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Ann Lowe: American Couturier
Exhibition to tell story of the designer and her decades-long career WINTERTHUR,…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/ann-lowe-american-couturier-press-release/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur’s Annual Delaware Antiques Show, November 11–13
One of the nation’s most acclaimed shows of antiques, art, and design,…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthurs-annual-delaware-antiques-show-november-11-13/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

The Needle’s I: Stitching Identity Exhibition on view starting September 17
From historic samplers and clothing to contemporary pieces, the exhibition The Needle’s…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/the-needles-i-stitching-identity-exhibition-on-view-starting-september-17/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Special Programs Make Museums Affordable for All
Qualified Visitors Receive Reduced Admission to Winterthur $2 Tickets Increase Access to…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/special-programs-make-museums-affordable-for-all/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

From Winterthur to the White House Exhibition Explores Jacqueline Kennedy and Henry Francis du Pont’s partnership in the Historic Restoration of “The People’s House”
In 1961, the youngest first lady in American history appointed a reserved…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/from-winterthur-to-the-white-house-exhibition-explores-jacqueline-kennedy-and-henry-francis-du-ponts-artnership/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Updated With Hammer in Hand Tells a Richer Story of the Dominy Family of Craftsmen
A signature installation at Winterthur further explores historic craft, trade, and lifeways…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/updated-with-hammer-in-hand-tells-a-richer-story-of-the-dominy-family-of-craftsmen/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Longtime Division Leader Chris Strand Named Director of Winterthur
Winterthur, DE, October 12, 2021—Chris Strand, the longtime director of garden and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/longtime-division-leader-chris-strand-named-director-of-winterthur/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Judith and John Herdeg Receive Henry Francis du Pont Award
Winterthur recently presented the Henry Francis du Pont Award to Judith and…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/judith-and-john-herdeg-receive-henry-francis-du-pont-award/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

The Wonder of Wood Conference Explores Decorative Marquetry and Inlay
The Wonder of Wood: Decorative Inlay and Marquetry in Europe and America, 1600–1900 will…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/the-wonder-of-wood-conference-explores-decorative-marquetry-and-inlay/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Winterthur Acquires Recently Discovered Anna Pottery Liberty Monument
Object depicts racial massacre in the Reconstruction Era. Winterthur Museum, Garden &…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/winterthur-acquires-recently-discovered-anna-pottery-liberty-monument/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Transformations Shows Winterthur’s Contemporary Side
A second round of installations at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library reinforces…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/transformations-shows-winterthurs-contemporary-side/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

In Memoriam: Beloved Curator, Educator, and Friend Linda Eaton
Over more than 30 years at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, Linda…

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/in-memoriam-beloved-curator-educator-and-friend-linda-eaton/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>

Designer Ann Lowe
Becomes the subject of a major exhibition. See more.

<a href="https://www.winterthur.org/designer-ann-lowe/" class="read-more" ><span class="sr-only">Click to read more</span>More Info</a>