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See. Experience. Explore.
Visit the premier destination for Wyeth and American art on the banks of the beautiful Brandywine River.
Our one-of-a-kind Andrew and N.C. Wyeth studio tours and events for visitors of all ages immerse you in the world of America’s most beloved family of artists.
Route 1, Chadds Ford, PA
610.388.2700 brandywine.org
Brandywine River Museum of Art (AA5)
US Rt. 1, Chadds Ford, PA 19317;
610-388-2700; Outstanding collection of American art, renowned for its holdings of work by N.C., Andrew, and Jamie Wyeth as well as other artists. Tour the Andrew Wyeth Studio and more. brandywinemuseum.org B G
Brandywine Zoo (CC5, B4)
1001 North Park Dr., Wilm., DE 19802; 571-7747; Open year-round, the 13-acre zoo is home to 150 intriguing animals. Many special programs and activities are offered. Snack bar and gift shop. brandywinezoo.org B G
Cape May-Lewes Ferry (South of L7)
43 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 19958; 800-643-3779; Ferry connects Victorian Cape May, NJ, with historic Lewes, DE year round. Enjoy the scenic trip across the Delaware Bay on “the best boat ride in America.”
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Chadds Ford Historical Society (AA5)
1736 North Creek Rd., Chadds Ford, PA 19317; 610-388-7376; Explore the history of Chadds Ford through educational programs and public events. Offers tours of John Chads’ (1725) and Barns-Brinton (1714) Houses. chaddsfordhistory.org G
Christian C. Sanderson Museum (AA5)
1755 Creek Rd., Chadds Ford, PA 19317; 610-388-6545; Museum represents one man’s life and a nation’s history. An eclectic array of art, military memorabilia, presidential artifacts, local history and collectibles are on display. Open Mar through Nov, Thurs-Sun 12-4 or by appointment. sandersonmuseum.org G
Coverdale Farm Preserve (CC4, CC5)
543 Way Rd., Greenville, DE 19807; 239-2334; This 352-acre preserve offers panoramic views of rolling countryside, a farm, live animals, vegetable gardens, farm based education programs, seasonal events and a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. delawarenaturesociety.org/coverdale G
Delaware Art Museum (CC5, A3)
2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilm., DE 19806; 571-9590; Features art by the British Pre- Raphaelites, Wilmington native Howard
Pyle and changing exhibitions. Interactive Kids’ Corner, Sculpture Garden, Labyrinth, Thronson Café and Museum Store. delart.org MBG
Delaware Center for the
Contemporary Arts (CC6, D3)
200 S. Madison St., Wilm., DE 19801; 656-6466; This non-collecting museum is one of the country’s leading art spaces. It houses seven galleries, 26 studios, a museum store and hosts 30+ exhibitions annually. FREE. thedcca.org M B G
Delaware Children’s Museum (CC6, E3) 550 Justison St, Wilm., DE 19801; 654-2340; Delaware’s first and only kid-centric museum for tots to tweens, located on the Wilmington Riverfront. delawarechildrensmuseum.org M B G
Delaware Division of the Arts (CC6, D5) Carvel State Office Building, 820 N. French St., 4th Fl., Wilm., DE 19801; 577-8278; Mounts year-round exhibits of painting, sculpture, photography and crafts by established and emerging Delaware artists in the Mezzanine Gallery. artsdel.org G
Delaware History Museum (CC6, D4)
504 Market St., Wilm., DE 19801; 656-0637; Museum is expected to reopen in early 2016. Major renovations include new exhibition spaces and the addition of the Center for African American Heritage. dehistory.org BG
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