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Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley is at the center of the Mid-Atlantic region and minutes off the I-95 corridor. While we are close by – ideal for a quick weekend getaway – you will feel as if you have been transported to a different land.

The rolling hills and magnificent estates of the Brandywine Valley recall the French countryside. Wilmington’s dining scene is a cornucopia of global flavors. The colonial hamlets of New Castle and Odessa give you the feeling of an English country village. Our six grand gardens, all part of America's Garden Capital, encompass over 3,000 acres and lie within minutes of one another.

Delaware 250

Delaware 250 commemorates Delaware’s role in America’s founding during the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Explore Wilmington

Stage performance at the Delaware Theatre Company

Arts, Culture, History

The Brandywine

Eat + Drink

Hotel DuPont, Wilmington, Delaware

Places to Stay

Mt Cuba Spring

Gardens

Riverfront Wilmington

Man and woman looking out over the riverfront at sunset

Moonloop Photography

Zoos & Nature Centers

Brandywine Zoo Leemur

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Gardens

Mt. Cuba Center

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Hagley Family Field Trips

Hagley Museum and Library

Casinos & Horse Racing

Casino at Delaware Park

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Travels With Darley: Revolutionary Road Trips

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Greater Wilmington's Revolutionary History
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In Travels with Darley: Revolutionary Road Trips, host Darley Newman journeys across the state of Delaware to uncover the people, places, and pivotal events that shaped the nation’s fight for independence.

Clip: Revolution & Legacy

Separation Day

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Clip: Newark's History

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Travels with Darley

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Darley with Revolutionary War Reenactor

Travels with Darley

News, Events & More

A New Holiday Tradition Shines in Delaware: Twinklefest Lights Up Historic Odessa This November

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This holiday season, the charming town of Odessa, Delaware, is set to sparkle brighter than ever with the debut of Twinklefest, a…

Events & Holidays

A New Holiday Tradition Shines in Delaware: Twinklefest Lights Up Historic Odessa This November

Celebrate the Season with Holidays at Hagley Museum and Library

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The holiday season has arrived along the Brandywine, and there’s no better place to experience Delaware’s rich…

Events & Holidays

Celebrate the Season with Holidays at Hagley Museum and Library

Moonloop Photography

5 Reasons to Come to Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley Over the Holidays

4 minute read

With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to start making plans for where to visit, what to see, and where to…

Events & Holidays

5 Reasons to Come to Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley Over the Holidays

Daniel Traub

New on the Dining Scene: Homestyle Love; Haute French; Burgers-and-Bourbon

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A precious few times in life, you’ll find a restaurant that gives almost everyone the warm-and-fuzzies. Usually…

Fine Dining

New on the Dining Scene: Homestyle Love; Haute French; Burgers-and-Bourbon

A New Fall Menu Blooms at 1906 at Longwood Gardens

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As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, 1906 at Longwood Gardens is celebrating the flavors of fall with a stunning new…

Fine Dining

A New Fall Menu Blooms at 1906 at Longwood Gardens

Good Vibes, Bold Flavors: Inside Wilmington’s Chancery Market

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Downtown Wilmington is buzzing with unique and inspiring flavors. The Chancery Market, a sleek, modern food hall, brings together…

Ethnic Food

Good Vibes, Bold Flavors: Inside Wilmington’s Chancery Market

Opera Meets Boxing in Wilmington’s Most Unexpected Showdown

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Get ready to witness a knockout cultural event like no other! This November, OperaDelaware and Delaware boxing legend Dave Tiberi…

Performing Arts

Opera Meets Boxing in Wilmington’s Most Unexpected Showdown

First State Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker Celebrates 25 Years at The Grand Opera House in 2025

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The magic of the holidays comes alive once again as First State Ballet Theatre (FSBT) presents The Nutcracker, celebrating its…

Performing Arts

First State Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker Celebrates 25 Years at The Grand Opera House in 2025

A Rediscovered Masterpiece Makes Its U.S. Debut at the Brandywine Museum of Art

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This fall, art lovers have a rare opportunity to witness history unfold at the Brandywine Museum of Art. On view now through May…

Exhibitions

A Rediscovered Masterpiece Makes Its U.S. Debut at the Brandywine Museum of Art