Mini Mondays: Winterthur's Enchanted Woods
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library offers the perfect escape for the whole family, especially with kids in tow! Their magical Enchanted Woods is truly a wonderland where little adventurers can let their imaginations run wild. From whimsical tea parties to exploring hobbit houses, the endless possibilities make this a must-visit during your next Greater Wilmington getaway.
Grab your tickets to visit Winterthur on their website or, at @winterthurmuse #VisitWilm
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Fall Cheat Sheet
Screenshot and save this list to plan your fall getaway to #VisitWilmDE. 🍃🍁🍂
Things to Do:
🍁 Visit Ramsey's Farm - Their opening weekend is September 21
🍁 Hop on board the Wilmington & Western Railroad for their Autumn Leaf Special and other themed rides
🍁 Take a scenic ride through the Brandywine Scenic Byway for the perfect #fallfoliage adventure
Places to Eat:
🍃 The Back Burner Restaurant
🍃 Cantwell's Tavern
🍃 The House of William and Merry Restaurant
Can’t Miss Events:
🍂 Hagley Craft Fair: October 19-20 - Hagley Museum and Library
🍂 River Towns Ride: October 12 - Out & About
🍂 Black Restaurant Week - September 29-October 5 Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce
For more help on planning your Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley fall getaway visit our website!
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Kid-Friendly Du Pont Adventure: Nemours Estate
Nemours Estate is the #Bridgerton getaway you didn’t know you needed! Head to the iconic estate for their monthly family-friendly Third Thursday events. Throughout the summer enjoy live music, food trucks, games and 1/2 price admission onto the gorgeous and inspiring grounds of the estate.
The Final Third Thursday event of the season is this week! Grab your tickets for the August 15 event on the Nemours Estate website. #VisitWilm
Caribbean Festival Comes to Delaware!
🎊 A Colorful parade...
🎊 Caribbean Costumes...
🎊 Live musical performances...
🎊 Delectable Caribbean Cuisine...
🎊 Cultural exhibits...
Only at the first annual Caribbean Festival coming this Saturday to Delaware!
Love Parks Week: Wilmington State Parks
Love Parks Week has officially ended. Thank you for following along on our journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Let's explore the final park... which is actually 3 parks in 1, Wilmington State Parks!
▶️ Park Office Address: 1 St. Rocco Way, Wilmington
▶️ Park Office Hours: M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Park Entrance Fee: FREE
📍: @friendsofwilmingtonparks
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: White Clay Creek State Park
Love Parks Week is coming to an end! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Let's explore, White Clay Creek State Park!
▶️ Park Office Address: 750 Thompson Station Road, Newark
▶️ Park Office Hours:
(April - Oct.) Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Nov. - March) M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Park Entrance Fee: In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
📍: @whiteclaycreekstatepark
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Lums Pond State Park
Another day of Love Parks Week is coming at you! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Let's explore, Lums Pond State Park!
▶️ Park Office Address: 1068 Howell School Road Bear, DE
▶️ Park Office Hours:
(April - Oct.) Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Nov. - March) M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Park Entrance Fee: In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
📍: @lumspondstatepark
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Alapocas Run State Park
We are more than halfway through National Love Parks Week! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Let's explore, Alapocas Run State Park!
▶️ Park Office Address: 1914 W. Park Drive
▶️ Blue Ball Barn/Park Office Hours: Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Can Do Playground Address: 4360 Weldin Road
▶️ Park Entrance Fee: In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
📍: @alapocas_runsp
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Bellevue State Park
Want to continue celebrating Love Parks Week with us? We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Let's explore, Bellevue State Park!
▶️ Park Office Address: 800 Carr Rd, Wilmington
▶️ Park Office Hours:
(April-Oct.) Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. | (Nov.-March) M-F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
▶️ Park Entrance Fee: In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
📍: @bellevuestatepark
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Auburn Valley State Park
We are half way through Love Parks Week! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Let's explore, Auburn Valley State Park!
▶️ Park Office Address: 630 Benge Road, Yorklyn, DE
▶️ Park Office Hours: Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Park Entrance Fee: In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
▶️ Marshall Estate Grounds: Open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
▶️ Marshall Steam Museum & Friends of Auburn Heights: Open by appointment for scheduled tours and events
▶️ Admission to Mansion and Museum: Mansion Tours: $8 adult/$4 child | Steam Museum Tickets: $8 adult/$4 child |️ Admission to Both: $14
📍: @avstatepark | @marshallsteammuseum
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Fort Du Pont State Park
Another day, another State Park! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Let's explore, Fort DuPont State Park!
▶️ Park Address: Route 9, north of the C&D Canal, Delaware City
▶️ Park Office Hours:
(March-Nov.) Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Dec.-Feb.) M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Entrance Fee (March-Nov.): In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
📍: Fort Du Pont
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Fox Point State Park
It's National Love Parks Week! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Next up, Fox Point State Park!
▶️ Park Address: Exit 4-B/I-495 to Lighthouse Road
▶️ Park Office Address: Bellevue State Park Carr Road
▶️ Park Office Hours:
(April-Oct.) Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Nov.-March) M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Park Entrance Fee (March-Nov.): In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
📍: Fox Point State Park
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Fort Delaware State Park
✍️ Edit: The Fort was initially created to protect Wilmington and Philly from enemy attack THROUGH World War Two!
Celebrate National Love Parks Week! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
Fort Delaware State Park is up!
▶️ Park Address: Pea Patch Island (We recommend taking the Ferry!)
▶️ Ticket Office Address: 45 Clinton Street, Delaware City
▶️ Ticket Office Hours: April 30 - Sept. 24 | 9:30 a.m. -4:30 4 p.m.
▶️ Ferry Tickets:
Adults (13 and over) $12
Children (2-12) $7
Children under 2 Free
Seniors (62+) and Military $11
📍: Fort Delaware State Park
🏞️: @destateparks
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
Love Parks Week: Brandywine Creek State Park
Welcome to Love Parks Week! We're taking you on a journey throughout the Delaware State Parks in New Castle County, Delaware.
First up, Brandywine Creek State Park!
▶️ Park Address: 41 Adams Dam Rd.
▶️ Park Office Hours:
(April-Oct.) Open Daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Nov.-March) M-F 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
▶️ Entrance Fee: In-state: $4 | Out-of-state: $8
Hey Everyone! I'm Jess, your hometown guide to all things Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. Be sure to follow @visitwilmingtonde for places to uncover and discover throughout our area. Browse our page to start planning your next #VisitWilm getaway!
