Events

The Franklin Institute Presents “The Art of the Brick”

Franklin Institute 20th Street & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

An exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO brick. Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $39–$43. FI.edu.

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington, DE, United States

Through Sept. 1, “Give Me My Flowers — Soft Petals: exploring the mother wound,” photographs by Shakira Hunt. Through Sept. 8, “Suspended Spins: Dennis Beach.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, 10 to 8; Fri–Sun, 10 to 4. $6–$12, Sun, free. DelArt.org.

Festival of Fountains at Longwood

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square, PA, United States

Stroll through the gardens with brilliantly blooming annuals and perennials and discover the Illuminated Fountain Performances and live music in the beer garden. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.

Brandywine Museum of Art

Brandywine River Museum 1 Hoffman's Hill Rd, Chadds Ford, PA, United States

Through Sept. 15, “Every Leaf & Twig: Andrew Wyeth’s Botanical Imagination.” Through Oct. 13, “In Shadows’ Embrace: Prints by Peter Paone.” 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.

Fireworks & Fountains at Longwood

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square, PA, United States

They’re back and better than ever, with new shows, an enhanced sound system, new reserved seating and new vistas including the new tiered Conservatory Overlook. July 3, Stars and Stripes Forever; July 20, Take Me with U: Inspired by Prince; Aug. 10, Get Back: The Beatles; Sept. 1, Someone Like You: Artists Who Inspired Adele; […]

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Summer Nights at Hagley

Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Rd, Wilmington, DE

Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. Hagley.org.

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Steamin’ Days at Auburn Heights

Auburn Heights 3000 Creek Rd, PA, United States

Climb into an antique automobile or board one of the trains and experience what it was like to travel at the turn of the 20th century. Tour the 1897 mansion that was home to three generations of the Marshall family. 3000 Creek Rd., Hockessin DE. 12:30 to 4:30. $8–$15. AuburnHeights.org.

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Summer Nights at Hagley

Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Rd, Wilmington, DE

Bring the whole family and a picnic for summer fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Or sample local food trucks. Dogfish Head craft beer and Woodside Farm Creamery ice cream are available for purchase. 200 Hagley Creek Rd., Wilmington. 5 to 8 pm. Hagley.org.