Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Route 52
30 miles south of Philadelphia
(800) 448-3883

The former country estate of Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur is now a museum filled with his extensive collection of decorative arts. The mansion is set in a 966-acre garden that is full of color throughout the year. The complex also houses a research library for the study of American art and material culture.

The Museum
The museum's galleries offer a wonderful look at the treasures du Pont collected. We recommend the 45-minute Highlights Tour to first-time guests. The Decorative Arts Tours are in-depth 1 and 2-hour guided tours for adults and children 12 and up. Please note that because of ongoing building restoration, tour availability sometimes varies, so it is best to call in advance for tour information.

The Garden
Access to the garden and a 30-45 minute narrated tram ride through the garden is included with a general admission ticket. Maps are available for self-guided walking tours. Guided garden walks (about 90 minutes long) are also available for an additional fee. Note that the Garden is open until dusk.

The Library
The Winterthur Library is open to all interested readers without charge, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Special collections (Decorative Arts Photographic Collection, Joseph Downs Collection of Manuscripts and Printed Ephemera, the rare book collection, and the Archives) may close early.

Getting There
Cross the Delaware Memorial Bridge and take I-95 North to Wilmington. Take exit 7, which is Delaware Avenue/Rte. 52. Travel three blocks to Rte. 52; take a left at light. Stay in left-most lane to stay on Rte. 52 North. Winterthur is on Rte. 52, six miles NW of Wilmington.

For more information, including hours, admission fees, and special exhibits, see Winterthur's web site.

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