Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport:
Frequently Asked Questions
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WHAT'S THE USAGE PERIOD FOR THE BRANDYWINE TREASURE TRAIL PASSPORT?
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is valid from May 25, 2024 through October 31, 2024. Each of the 12 attractions may be visited once during this period. For Longwood Gardens, the Passport is only valid through September 30, 2024.
WHO DO I CONTACT FOR HELP WITH THE DIGITAL/MOBILE PASSPORT?
For help with your mobile Passport, including technical difficulties, payment processing, how to use and/or activate contact the technical support team using any of the following methods:
Email: support@bandwango.com
Phone: (888) 921-5333
Text: (888) 921-5333
ARE THERE RESTRICTIONS AT ANY OF THE PASSPORT ATTRACTIONS?
Restrictions vary based on the individual attraction. Please see below for specific details. All information is subject to change. If in question, please contact the attraction directly.
BRANDYWINE MUSEUM OF ART
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is valid for General Admission to the Museum. It does not include historic property tours, which can be added for an additional $10.00 per person per tour. Advanced reservations for historic property tours are highly recommended as space and availability are limited. For more information, please call 610-388-8326 or visit their website. Children 5 and under get in free. CLOSED ON TUESDAYS.
DELAWARE ART MUSEUM
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport may be used for General Admission to the Museum. Specially ticketed exhibitions, programs, and performances require the purchase of an event ticket and are not included as part of the Passport. For specific event inquiries please call 302-571-9590 or toll free 866-232-3714 or visit DELART.ORG. Children 6 and under get in free. CLOSED ON MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS,
DELAWARE HISTORY MUSEUM AND MITCHELL CENTER FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is valid for General Admission to Old Town Hall and the Delaware History Museum, including the Mitchell Center for African American Heritage. All are located at 504 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801. Open Wednesday through Saturday, 12:00 - 5:00 pm. For specific questions please call 302-655-7161 or visit DEHISTORY.ORG. Children 5 and under get in free.
DELAWARE MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is valid for general admission. The Passport is not applicable for special events and may not be used with other coupons or promotions. For specific questions please call 302-658-9111 or visit delmns.org. Infants 12 months and under get in free. Closed: May 27, July 4, September 10-14, and Wednesdays after Labor Day until Memorial Day. The museum is also closed to the public for Wine & Dinosaurs in late September, date TBD.
HAGLEY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport may be used for General Daily Admission to Hagley Museum. Many activities and programs, such as "Summer Nights at Hagley" and "Science Saturdays" are included. Specially ticketed events such as "Fireworks at Hagley,” “Hagley Car Show,” and “Hagley Craft Fair” are not included as part of the Passport. For specific event inquiries and questions, please call 302-658-2400 or visit HAGLEY.ORG. Children 5 and under are always free.
LONGWOOD GARDENS
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport may be used for daily Gardens Admission without the need for a timed entry ticket. Specially ticketed events such as Fireworks and Fountain Shows, Wine & Jazz Festival, concerts and dining events require the purchase of an event ticket and are not included with the Passport. For specific event inquiries please call 610-388-1000 or visit LONGWOODGARDENS.ORG. Children 4 and under get in free. CLOSED ON TUESDAYS.
- Passport admission to Longwood Gardens is only available through September 30, 2024.
- The Gardens will close at 6:00 pm on the following dates: July 20, August 10, and September 28, 2024
- The Gardens will be closed on September 14, 2024 for its annual Wine & Jazz Festival. Separate ticket required.
MT. CUBA CENTER
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport may be used for general admission Wednesday – Sunday, 10 am – 6 pm, with extended hours on Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. For specific questions please call 302-239-4244 or visit MtCubaCenter.org. Children 5 and under get in free. CLOSED MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS.
NEMOURS ESTATE
No restrictions at this time. For specific questions please call 800-651-6912 or visit NEMOURSESTATE.ORG. Children 5 and under get in free. CLOSED ON MONDAY.
READ HOUSE AND GARDENS
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is valid for General Admission to the Read House & Gardens. For current hours please visit our website. For specific questions please call 302-322-8411 or visit readhouseandgardens.org. Children 5 and under get in free. CLOSED MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY.
ROCKWOOD PARK & MUSEUM
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is valid for guided and self-guided house tours at Rockwood Park & Museum weekly Thursday through Sunday. The Passport is not required and guest can enjoy free admission to the Museum during Faerie Festival (September 15) and the first Sunday of each month. During the New Castle County Ice Cream Festival (June 29), there is a $5 admission fee to the Festival, however, you may tour the Museum for free. For specific questions please call 302-761-4340 or visit rockwood.org.
THE DELAWARE CONTEMPORARY
No restrictions at this time. For specific questions, operating hours, and special programming please call 302-656-6466 or visit DECONTEMPORARY.ORG. Children 13 and under get in free. CLOSED MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY. Closed May 30 through June 6, 2024. Closed August 29 through September 5, 2024.
WINTERTHUR MUSEUM, GARDEN & LIBRARY
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is valid for General Admission which includes the Introductory House Tour plus Gardens, Garden Tram, Enchanted Woods, Galleries and Campbell Collection of Soup Tureens. Other tours are available for an additional fee. Visit Winterthur.org for more information. CLOSED ON MONDAYS.
ARE THERE ANY BLACKOUT DATES?
The Passport is not valid on certain dates due to special events. Please see known blackout dates below.
BRANDYWINE MUSEUM OF ART
- Closed Tuesdays
DELAWARE ART MUSEUM
- Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
THE DELAWARE CONTEMPORARY
- Closed Monday through Wednesday
- Closed May 30 through June 6, 2024
- Closed August 29 through September 5, 2024
DELAWARE HISTORY MUSEUM AND MITCHELL CENTER FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE
- Closed Sunday through Wednesday
DELAWARE MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE
- Closed: May 27, July 4, September 10-14
- The museum is also closed to the public for Wine & Dinosaurs in late September, date TBD.
- Closed Wednesdays after Labor Day through Memorial Day
HAGLEY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY
- Not valid for Specially ticketed events such as "Fireworks at Hagley,” “Hagley Car Show,” and “Hagley Craft Fair."
LONGWOOD GARDENS
- Closed on Tuesdays
- The Gardens will close at 6:00 pm on the following dates: July 4, July 20, August 10, and September 28, 2024.
- The Gardens will be closed on September 14, 2024 for its annual Wine & Jazz Festival. Separate ticket required.
- Passport admission to Longwood Gardens is only available through September 30, 2024.
MT. CUBA CENTER
- Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
NEMOURS ESTATE
- Closed on Mondays
READ HOUSE AND GARDENS
- Closed Monday through Wednesday
ROCKWOOD PARK & MUSEUM
- Closed Monday through Wednesday
- New Castle County Ice Cream Festival, June 29, 2024 - $5 Festival Free
WINTERTHUR MUSEUM, GARDEN & LIBRARY
- Closed Mondays
HOW MANY ADMISSIONS DOES THE FAMILY PASSPORT INCLUDE?
A Family Passport provides admission for two adults, age 18 or older, and up to three children, age 17 or younger.
HOW MANY VISITS TO EACH ATTRACTION ARE INCLUDED WITH A PASSPORT?
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport provides entry to each of the 12 attractions one time between May 25 and October 31, 2024. Once an attraction has been visited, the Passport is no longer valid at that location.
CAN I PURCHASE A PASSPORT IN PERSON?
Yes. Passports may be purchased in person at any of the 12 Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport attractions and at the Wilmington & Brandywine Valley Visitors Center located at Riverfront Wilmington, 920 Justison Street, Suite 5, Wilmington, DE 19801 (Click for Directions).