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Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Tatiana and Gerret Copeland Maritime Center 1124 E 7th St, WilmingtonWeek of Events
Disney 100 — The Exhibition
Created for the 100-year celebration of The Walt Disney Company, the world premiere exhibition will feature rarely seen original artworks and artifacts, costumes and props and other memorabilia. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $25. FI.edu.
Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
The Passport provides access to 12 of Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley’s top attractions, including thousands of acres of gardens, the grand estates of the du Pont family, incredible works of art and rich American history. $49–$99. VisitWilmingtonDE.com.
Kalmar Nyckel, Tall Ship of Delaware
Find adventure and outdoor fun, maritime history and cultural events with annual community festivals. July 8, Captain Kidd’s Pirate Adventure Day, noon to 4 pm; Aug. 12, Underground Railroad Superhero Fun Day, noon to 4 pm. Copeland Maritime Center at the Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard, 1124 E. 7th St. KalmarNyckel.org.
Where’s Waldo July
Grab a passport at Wellington Square Bookshop then head out to find Waldo at participating businesses. Receive a prize after five stamps on your passport. Collect stamps from all participating businesses and enter the completed passport into a Waldo goodies raffle during the Where’s Waldo party July 29. 549 Wellington Sq., Exton. WellingtonSquareBooks.com.
The Delaware State Fair
The mission of the fair focuses on the preservation of the past, promotion of the present and education in the future of agriculture, horticulture, mechanical arts and rural and domestic economy. You’ll also find plenty of entertainment, exhibits, bumper cars, a skating rink and more. Visit DelawareStateFair.com.
Summer Nights at Hagley Museum & Library
Summer Nights at Hagley Museum & Library
Bring a picnic to enjoy at the picnic pavilion on Workers’ Hill or at a table along the Brandywine. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd. 5 to 8 pm. $5. Hagley.org.
Sip & Stroll at Brandywine Zoo
Sip & Stroll at Brandywine Zoo
Go a little wild at the family-friendly event. You’ll sip, stroll and learn while enjoying beer and touring the zoo after hours. Fun animal encounters and activities for all ages. Limited number of tickets. Beer sold separately. Brandywine Park, 1001 N. Park Dr. 5 to 7. BrandywineZoo.org.
Auburn Heights After Hours
Auburn Heights After Hours
Come out to the Marshall Steam Museum for scenic views, craft brews and games. Food trucks, featured groups and fun activities. Friendly, leashed dogs welcome. 3000 Creek Rd., Yorklyn, DE. 5 to 8 pm. $3–$6. AuburnHeights.org.
The Willows Park 50th Celebration
The Willows Park 50th Celebration
Celebrate with a hillside concert, food and refreshments, a memory wall historical display of photos and artifacts, a silent auction and fireworks display at 9. 490 Darby Paoli Rd., Villanova. 5 pm. Rain date, July 29. Radnor.com.