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WINTERTHUR
WINTERTHUR'S LIBRARY
was established in 1952 to furnish staff, students,
and the general public with research materials. It has become a recognized
center for the advanced study of America's artistic, cultural, social, and
intellectual history from colonial times into the 2Oth century. |
An American County Estate
The former estate of Henry Francis duPont, Winterthur has been described as
America's most elegant adventure, an incomparable experience. Just minutes from
the Brandywine Valley Inn, the museum houses a collection of collections - more
than 89,000 decorative objects made or used in America between 1640 and 1860,
including furniture, textiles, clocks, silver, needlework, porcelain, Oriental
rugs and paintings.
Summertime brings to life natural landscapes, forest parks and exhibitions that
enrich as well as enchant. And at harvest time, the foliage can only be
described as breathtaking. The authentic 18th & 19th century Yuletide
decorations and austerely beautiful vistas of the winter landscape are truly
inspiring. In the spring, Winterthur energizes the Valley with unique events,
concerts and garden tours. Winterthur's Gardens offer a natural landscape
featuring acres of rare azaleas,rhododendrons and numerous other exotic and
native plants.
In October, 1992, Winterthur celebrated the largest addition ever made to the
collection with the opening of a new exhibition building. The three new floors
have been designed to complement the 196 period room settings in the main
museum. Though not required, Winterthur offers guided tours through the main
museum and reservations are recommended. If you're any sort of a history
enthusiast,this attraction offers many special hours of entertainment and
delight. Open 7 days a week and most holidays.
Call Winterthur at
302.888.4600 for more information.
CLICK BELOW FOR  Other Brandywine Valley Attractions
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AUTUMN FOLIAGE on display at Winterthur. The gardens are magnificent no matter the season.
WINTERTHUR, An American Country Estate; - See an unsurpassed collection of antiques and Americana, the Campbell's Soup Tureen Collection on permanent display, period rooms, the expansive gardens. |
