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Museums
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 |200 S. Madison St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 656-6466
Fax: (302) 656-6944
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A non-collecting museum, presents nearly 30 exhibitions annually of regionally, nationally, and internationally recognized artists. In addition to the... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |550 Justison St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 654-2340
Fax: (302) 654-2341
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The Delaware Children’s Museum is Delaware’s first and only kid-centric museum, teaching math, science and technology through hands-on exhibits. The M... 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 |4840 Kennett Pike
Wilmington, DE 19807
Phone: (302) 658-9111
Fax: (302) 658-2610
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Explore an African watering hole, look a leopard in the eyes, journey across the Great Barrier Reef or discover life-sized dinosaurs. Experience dynam... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |32 East Third St.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: (302) 322-2794
Fax: (302) 322-8923
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Step back in time to the seafaring days of the late 17th century when New Castle was a young colonial town. Feel the warmth of the patina of timeless ... 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 |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 |3000 Creek Rd.
Yorklyn, DE 19736
Phone: 302-239-2385
Toll Free: 800-349-2134
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World’s largest collection of operating steam cars! Antique autos, 1/8-size steam trains, 1930s model RR, & 1897 Victorian mansion on 265-acre preserv... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |Alapocas Drive & Rt. 141
Wilmington, DE 19803
Phone: 302-651-6912
Toll Free: 800-651-6912
Fax: (302) 651-6933
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Nemours is the grandest residence ever constructed in Delaware, fully one acre under a roof. It is furnished with an eclectic collection of rare furni... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |211 Delaware St.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: (302) 323-4453
Fax: (302) 323-5319
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Built in 1732, Delaware’s first capitol and courthouse features restored court and assembly rooms, period furniture, portraits and exhibits. Guided to... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1124 E. 7th St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 429-0464
Fax: (302) 764-6755
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Learn about life in New Sweden Colony, settled by Swedes and Finns in 1638, the Lenape and the free African living there. Exhibits: Fort Christina Mod... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |40 East Third St.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: (302) 322-2794
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A fanciful Victorian masterpiece by renowned Philadelphia architect Frank Furness, that will stir your imagination! The hexagonal brick structure was ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |606 Church St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 652-5629
Fax: (302) 652-8615
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Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church built in 1698 by children of Swedish Lutherans who came over on the Tall Ship Kalmar Nyckel is the nation's oldest ch... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |26th St. & Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Phone: (215) 763-8100
Fax: (215) 235-0050
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Among the largest art museums in the U.S., showcasing more than 2,000 years of creativity in masterpieces of painting, sculpture, works on paper, deco... 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






