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From publicly posted calendar Checked Jun 13, 2026
Binding for Books | Youth Workshop
Bookbinding is book building. Get hands-on experience and discover the history of binding and preserving books and library objects with museum curators and…
Garden & Estate Insider: Aquatic Plants of the Reflecting Pool
Learn about the plants that grow in the Reflecting Pool with Michael Kasehagen and Alexandra Simon, horticulturists. Included with admission. Members free.…
Garden to Vase: Sensational Summer Flowers
Henry Francis du Pont often used nontraditional containers for his flower arrangements. Create your own summer arrangement using locally-sourced flowers while…
Wellness Yoga
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy.…
Story Time in Enchanted Woods
Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based…
Rooted in Wellness: Mindful Hike and Journaling
Join us for hands-on activities that blend nature, mindfulness, and self-care in a relaxing setting, with Delaware Master Naturalists and professionals from…
Birding Walk
Join us to explore some of the hotspots for birds at Winterthur, including wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along Clenny Run. Observe resident birds as…
Dye from the Garden | Youth Workshop
Natural dyes come from bugs, plants, and more. Get hands-on experience as you explore the history of the sources, processing, and sustainability of natural…
Terrific Tuesdays
Enjoy crafts, games, and demonstrations inspired by the theme of storytelling, with each week focusing on a different aspect of creative expression. Every…
Garden & Estate Insider: Q&A Session with the Garden Interns
Join the interns of the garden department as they share information on their summer experiences in horticulture, natural lands, grounds management,…
Off the Shelf: The Fabric of Winterthur
Learn more about the women who made Winterthur through the Archives collection, alongside the library’s vibrant collection of primary sources relating to…
T’ai Chi Chih: Guided Practice
Exclusively for Members! For those who have completed the introductory-level class, guided practice is an ideal way to gain even greater physical and mental…
Taste of Terroir: Savor the Essence of Olive Oil
Join Blazing Bella for a tasting of olive oils and balsamic vinegars and discover how a simple drizzle of these finishing ingredients can transform everyday…
Member Bloom Report Guided Garden Walk
Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the late spring garden on a walking tour led by Collin Hadsell, horticulturist. See what’s in bloom and explore…
Garden & Estate Insider: Forest Bathing
Connect with the natural world through your senses as you take a short walk among the trees with Nicole Schmid, certified forest therapy guide. Included with…
Movie under the Stars: The Sandlot
Experience a delightful summer night at Winterthur with an outdoor movie on the lawn, featuring The Sandlot, a beloved classic that captures the nostalgia of…
Taste of Terroir: Discover the Magic of Honey
Join beekeeper, artist, and honey enthusiast, Christina Fabris of Iris and Callisto’s Apiary, for an immersive, sensory exploration of what makes honey unique.…
Director’s Garden Walk: Sunset from the Train Station
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Be sure to bring a flashlight and…
Garden & Estate Insider: Flower Arrangements: Bring the Outside In
Join Brandy Watts, library director, to learn about the history of bouquets and floral decor. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our…
Member Bonus Shopping Days
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store, Friday–Sunday.
Research at Winterthur Speaker Series
The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution The war that we now call the American Revolution was not only…
Taste of Terroir: Experience the Flavors of Chocolate
Discover how genetics, soil, climate, and craftsmanship touch chocolate’s flavor, texture, and aroma with French chocolate sommelier Estelle Tracy from 37…
Garden & Estate Insider: Ferns of Winterthur
Discover how to identify and select ferns for your garden with Linda Eirhart, Alice Cary Brown Director of Garden. Included with admission. Members free.…
Off the Shelf: Botany in Design
Explore some of the floral wonders of the collection and how they influence a myriad of decorative arts including wallpaper, ceramics, glass, and textiles with…