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Historic Sites & Unique Neighborhoods
Spend less time in the car and more time with your family and friends when you travel to Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley. All of the area's attractions including world-class gardens, historic colonial towns, educational museums, professional sports, and so much more are just minutes from one another and offer fun for the entire family.
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FEATURED ADVERTISER2301 Kentmere Pkwy.
Wilmington, DE 19806
Phone: 302-571-9590
Toll Free: 866-232-3714
Fax: 302-571-0220
Founded in 1912, the Delaware Art Museum is best known for its large collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art, illustrations by Wilmington native Howard Pyle, and urban landscapes by John Sloan and his circle. Visitors can also enjoy the outdoor Cope... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |FEATURED ADVERTISER5105 Kennett Pike
Winterthur, DE 19735
Phone: (302) 888-4600
Toll Free: 800-448-3883
Discover an American Treasure! Founded by Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur’s preeminent collection of American antiques reflects both early America and the du Pont family’s life at this glorious estate. Enjoy tours of the house and spectacular 60-... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1301 Heritage Rd.
Dover, DE 19902
Phone: (302) 677-5938
Alt: 302-677-5942
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The Air Mobility Command Museum, located in Hangar 1301 on Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Delaware, houses some of the most unique and distinguished m... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1220 American Blvd.
West Chester, PA 19380
Phone: (610) 436-9600
Fax: (610) 436-8642
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Over 40 exhibits trace the past and future of rotary wing aircraft. Climb aboard the interactive hands-on helicopters! Experience the working wind tun... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |2 East Fourth St.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: (302) 322-2794
Fax: (302) 322-8923
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Among New Castle's few surviving early colonial buildings is the elegant brick, early Georgian mansion, the Amstel House. Built in 1738, the house is ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |713 Smyrna Leipsic Rd.
Smyrna, DE 19977
Phone: 302-264-9048
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A historic Georgian mansion built in 1773, surrounded by spacious grounds & beautiful gardens. Arrange a tour or attend one of our special events. Hol... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |406 Federal St.
Dover, DE 19901
Phone: (302) 674-2111
Fax: (302) 674-5133
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Neighborhood Museum - National Treasure. The Museum's 16 galleries provide an intimate setting to enjoy a unique and enriching collection of American ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1914 West Park Dr.
Wilmington, DE 19803
Phone: 302-577-7020 Park
Toll Free: 302-577-1164 Blue Ball Barn
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This extraordinary barn, built in 1914 by Alfred I. duPont, is named after the Blue Ball Tavern, an inn and meeting house, that was once located near ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |US Rt. 1
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Phone: (610) 388-2700
Toll Free: (610) 388-8366 - direct
Fax: (610) 388-1197
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Exhibiting American art in a 19th-century gristmill, the Museum is internationally know for its unparalleled collection of works by three generations ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |661 South Dupont Hwy.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: 302-323-4430
Fax: 302-323-4407
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This 19th century grand mansion was built by Delaware and US Statesman John Middleton Clayton between 1845 and 1847. An impressive example of Greek r... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |407 Clinton St.
Delaware City, DE 19706
Phone: (302) 834-4573
Fax: (302) 832-5545
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Enjoy the promenade along the Old Chesapeake & Delaware canal for outstanding scenic views of Fort Delaware (1859) and the Delaware River. Your walkin... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |505 N. Market St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: 302-655-7161
Fax: 302-655-7844
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The History Center is comprised of the Delaware History Museum, Grandma's Attic Kids Museum, Old Town Hall, Willingtown Square historic park, and the ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |504 Market St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 656-0637
Fax: (302) 655-7844
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Distinctively Delaware interactive exhibition focuses on Delaware's history. Grandma's Attic is a hands-on experience for kids. Gift Shop. Tu-F 11-4; ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1170 Lancaster Pike
Hockessin, DE 19701
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Hockessin is a diverse community of small town attractions offering local shopping and dining at unique area businesses. Visit our distinctive cultu... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |220 S. Main St.
Newark, DE 19711
Phone: (302) 366-7030
Fax: (302) 366-7160
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We are Newark, and it’s a new day, every day.. Newark Delaware is a nationally recognized 2011 Great American Main Street Award winner. A bustling col... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |Pea Patch Island
Delaware City, DE 19706
Phone: (302) 834-7941
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Moated Civil War Fort, on the Delaware River, with award-winning living history program. Select hours. Closed Jan-Mar and in rough weather due to ferr... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |500 Greenbank Rd.
Wilmington, DE 19808
Phone: (302) 999-9001
Fax: (302) 999-1279
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Experience early 19th-century Delaware in a 300-year-old gristmill, textile mill and farm site with an eighteen foot waterwheel powered by nearby Red ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |DE Rt. 141
Wilmington, DE 19807
Phone: (302) 658-2400
Fax: (302) 658-3267
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Hagley is where the du Pont story begins! Set on 235-acres along the Brandywine, Hagley Museum and Library includes the original Du Pont Company powde... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |606 Stanton-Christiana Rd.
Newark, DE 19713
Phone: (302) 737-5792
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Generals Washington and Lafayette met here prior to Battle of Brandywine. Restored house, originally built 1750s. Open first Wednesday every month. An... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |Darley Rd. & Philadelphia Pike
Claymont, DE 19703
Phone: (302) 798-1364
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A revitalized historic community of shops and restaurants along the Delaware River at the top of the "First State". Its main street, Philadelphia Pik... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |Second and Main Sts.
Odessa, DE 19730
Phone: 302-378-4119
Fax: (302) 378-4050
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Visit the village of Odessa, Delaware and admire examples of 18th- and 19th-century architecture, and tour the Historic Odessa Foundation's five histo... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |106 W. State St.
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Phone: (610) 444-8188
Fax: (610) 444-4798
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Come experience Historic Kennett Square, just minutes from world-famous Longwood Gardens. Relax, slow down and discover small town America at its best... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |19 W. Green St.
Middletown, DE 19709
Phone: 302-378-2977
Fax: (302) 376-7062
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Take a scenic tour down main street celebrating over 150 years! Enjoy shopping in our unique boutiques, dining at one of our intimate cafes or fine di... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |50 Market St.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: (888) 613-6665
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Visit Delaware's best-kept secret. A charming Colonial town steeped in history. Enjoy our beautiful overnight inns, fine restaurants, fabulous museums... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |425 Wedgewood Rd.
Newark, DE 19711
Phone: (302) 761-6952
Fax: (302) 761-4685
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Hugh Morris, a jurist of national distinction, purchased the property in the 1930's and spent five years renovating and remodeling the house. Tour the... MORE>>
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The Visitors Center operates Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Our toll-free number is 1-800-489-6664.© 2013 Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. 100 West 10th Street, Suite 20 Wilmington, DE 19801






