Attractions:
- Brandywine River Museum: Houses the premier collection of Wyeth family and Howard Pyle (School of Pyle) paintings.
- Hagley Museum: Hagley is the site of the birthplace of the du Pont company and the first du Pont home in the new world.
- Winterthur: Henry Francis du Pont assembled a collection of early American antiques (1640-1860), which are displayed in 175 rooms of his country home. Open daily 10 am - 5 pm.
- West Chester University: The university offers degrees in the arts and sciences, teacher training and certification, advanced study in medicine and law, and continuing education.
- Chaddsford Winery: The Winery produces and sells to selected restaurants nationwide. As you tour the site, you can envision a charming country atmosphere, and explore the wonderful world of wine.
- Smithbridge Winery: Specializing in European vinifera. From intersection of Rtes 202 & 1, go south on Rte 202 about 2.2 miles, right on Beaver Valley, about 1/2 mile, right on gravel lane at sign.
- Brandywine Battlefield: See artifacts that bring life to the Battle of Brandywine, times in which it was fought, people, Washington’s Headquarters, and Lafayette’s Quarters. Also do the Driving Tour.
- Nemours: Nemours, a 300-acre country estate, was built by A. I. du Pont between 1909-1910, contains 102 rooms, and is a fine example of a modified Louis XVI French chateau. Open 5/1 - 11/30
- Longwood Gardens: Longwood Gardens, created by Pierre S. du Pont, offers horticulture displays on 1,050 acres. Don’t miss the beautiful conservatory and fountains.
- Wilmington Blue Rocks: Minor League Baseball in Frawley Stadium on the Riverfront.
- Magical Mystery Flights: 5th Generation Ballooning Family!
They fly every day from West Chester and Exton, PA -- weather Permitting. Check out their website for info and FAQs.
- Historic Houses of Odessa: Winterthur's village of 18th & 19th century houses 23 miles south of Wilmington on Rt. 1, exit 136. 302-378-4069. Tues-Sun 1-4 pm. Closed Mon. $8 Accessed thru Winterthur link.
- Chester County's Brandywine Valley: See what the Brandywine Valley in Chester County has to offer you. Use this link to see what's available in our 'corner' of the world.
- The Barnes Foundation: The Barnes Foundation, 300 N. Latch's Lane, Merion, PA 19066, established 1922 by Dr. Albert C. Barnes, to promote advancement of education and the appreciation of the fine arts.
- Delaware County's Brandywine Country: Brandywine Valley CVB is in the heart of Philadelphia's countryside - from historic battlefields to dining experiences where the wonder of Washington and Wyeth meet.
- Read House and Gardens: 42 The Strand in New Castle, DE. Built in 1801 by the son of one of Delaware's signers of the Declaration of Independence, the Read House exhibits the height of Federal grandeur.
- Chester County Historical Society: 225 N. High Street, West Chester, PA 19380-2691
Phone: 610. 692.4800. See website for directions, hours, exhibits, etc.
- Chadds Ford Historical Society: The Chadds Ford Historical Society is a private nonprofit organization. It owns, operates, and maintains two 18th century restorations and hosts many events.
- Delaware Museum of Natural History: Exhibit Highlights include: A visit to an African Waterhole, a Walk over the Great Barrier Reef; the Largest Bird Egg in the World,
Extinct and Vanishing Birds
- Delaware Art Museum: Has recently moved to the Riverfront Arts Center, 800 S. Madison, Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 571-9590. Will reopen 9-28-02.
- Winterthur: 5 minutes - Henry Francis du Pont assembled a collection of early American antiques (1640-1860), which are displayed in 175 rooms of his country home. Open daily 10 am - 5 pm.
- Nemours: 15 minutes - Nemours, a 300-acre country estate, was built by A. I. du Pont between 1909-1910, contains 102 rooms, and is a fine example of a modified Louis XVI French chateau. Open 5/1 - 11/30
- The Barnes Foundation: 40 minutes - The Barnes Foundation, 300 N. Latch's Lane, Merion, PA 19066, established 1922 by Dr. Albert C. Barnes, to promote advancement of education and the appreciation of the fine arts.
- Longwood Gardens: 10 minutes - Longwood Gardens, created by Pierre S. du Pont, offers horticulture displays on 1,050 acres. Don’t miss the beautiful conservatory and fountains.
- Hagley Museum: 15 minutes - Hagley is the site of the birthplace of the du Pont company and the first du Pont home in the new world.
- Brandywine River Museum: 10 minutes - Houses the premier collection of Wyeth family and Howard Pyle (School of Pyle) paintings.
- Brandywine Battlefield: 10 minutes - See artifacts that bring life to the Battle of Brandywine, times in which it was fought, people, Washington’s Headquarters, and Lafayette’s Quarters. Also do the Driving Tour.
- Chaddsford Winery: 10 minutes - The Winery produces and sells to selected restaurants nationwide. As you tour the site, you can envision a charming country atmosphere, and explore the wonderful world of wine.
- Chester County Historical Society: 25 minutes - 225 N. High Street, West Chester, PA 19380-2691 Phone: 610. 692.4800. See website for directions, hours, exhibits, etc.
- Chester County's Brandywine Valley: 10 minutes - See what the Brandywine Valley in Chester County has to offer you. Use this link to see what's available in our 'corner' of the world.
- Delaware Art Museum: 15 minutes - Has recently moved to the Riverfront Arts Center, 800 S. Madison, Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 571-9590. Will reopen 9-28-02.
- Delaware County's Brandywine Country: 10 minutes - Brandywine Valley CVB is in the heart of Philadelphia's countryside - from historic battlefields to dining experiences where the wonder of Washington and Wyeth meet.
- Delaware Museum of Natural History: 5 minutes - Exhibit Highlights include: A visit to an African Waterhole, a Walk over the Great Barrier Reef; the Largest Bird Egg in the World, Extinct and Vanishing Birds
- Historic Houses of Odessa: 40 minutes - Winterthur's village of 18th & 19th century houses 23 miles south of Wilmington on Rt. 1, exit 136. 302-378-4069. Tues-Sun 1-4 pm. Closed Mon. $8 Accessed thru Winterthur link.
- Magical Mystery Flights: 30 minutes - 5th Generation Ballooning Family! They fly every day from West Chester and Exton, PA -- weather Permitting. Check out their website for info and FAQs.
- Read House and Gardens: 40 minutes - 42 The Strand in New Castle, DE. Built in 1801 by the son of one of Delaware's signers of the Declaration of Independence, the Read House exhibits the height of Federal grandeur.
- Smithbridge Winery: 15 minutes - Specializing in European vinifera. From intersection of Rtes 202 & 1, go south on Rte 202 about 2.2 miles, right on Beaver Valley, about 1/2 mile, right on gravel lane at sign.
- West Chester University: 20 minutes - The university offers degrees in the arts and sciences, teacher training and certification, advanced study in medicine and law, and continuing education.
- Wilmington Blue Rocks: 15 minutes - Minor League Baseball in Frawley Stadium on the Riverfront.
- Riverfront Arts Center: 15 minutes - In Wilmington, Delaware. Houses major exhibits periodically (e.g., Fabergé, Nicholas and Alexandra, Japanese Meiji).
- The Franklin Mint Museum: The Franklin Mint Museum is 25 minutes away located on Route 1 in historic Brandywine River Valley in Southeastern Pennsylvania. The Museum houses a spectacular permanent exhibition of 20th Century cultural icons, including the white sequin Princess Diana gown and Jackie Kennedy's original triple strand faux pearl necklace. The Museum also has exciting, changing exhibitions of famous artists and objects, as well as acclaimed works by artists affiliated with The Franklin Mint.
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