Winterthur Museum and Country Estate near Philadelphia, PA was once the home of the Pont family.
Henry Francis Pont was a horticulturist and enthusiastic collector of antiques. Winterthur was designed by Henry with the help of his father, Henry Algernon du Pont, in the early part of the 20th century. However, when they designed Winterthur, they used the spirit and style of the European country homes of the 18th and 19th century. This elite style still exists in Winterthur today guests feel as if they've taken a step back into the past.
Whether you're inside the museum looking at the many antiques or strolling across the farmland learning about early American country estates, you'll enjoy the beauty of this beautiful 1,000-acre estate. As you walk through the Winterthur Garden, you'll see 60 acres of solid nature at its best. From the time Henry Francis was a boy; he loved plants and flowers and put this love into his garden as an adult. Each time of year, you will find different plants and flowers in bloom depending on blooming season. He has flowers blooming almost year round.
Your children will love the Enchanted Garden, which is made into a fairytale land like every child's favorite story. The beauty of this will have them wanting to come back time after time.
The exhibits you'll find at Winterthur are full of exciting collections from many years. The K is for Kids exhibits will thrill, delight and educate your children all at the same time. Check into their schedule of traveling exhibits as well. There is something for every interest and every age group, including their Adult Programs, Family Programs and Garden Programs.
