Events

“On Tour: Lafayette, America’s Revolutionary Rock Star”

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE, United States

Celebrate one of America’s first celebrities with Winterthur Museum’s latest exhibition commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824–25 “Farewell Tour” of the U.S. The exhibition explores Lafayette’s impact on our young nation through a selection of Winterthur memorabilia and objects honoring the Revolutionary War hero. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. Tues.–Sun., 10 […]

Brandywine Museum of Art Presents …

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

“Tell Me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” The exhibition spotlights the career of one of the first women cartoonists to work for The New Yorker magazine, which marks its 100th anniversary this year. Over 75 original drawings by Barbara Shermund highlight her takes on modern womanhood […]

Delaware Art Museum

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

Mar. 1–July 27, “Inked Impressions: Etchings in the Age of Whistler.” Mar. 15–Sept. 7, “Marisol to Warhol: Printmaking and Creative Collaboration.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, 10 to 8; Fri–Sun, 10 to 4. $6–$12, Sun, free. 302-571-9590; DelArt.org.

Festival of Fountains at Longwood

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

Revisit nature and revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from the Conservatory Overlook as you watch dancing fountains. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.

7th Annual Festival of the Peony

Styer's Peonies 4313 S. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford, PA, United States

Walk through 25 acres with more than 55,000 peonies and cut your own to take home. Bring a vase for transporting your peonies. 4313 S. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford. Daily 8 to 6. $15/ person or $30/car. StyersPeonies.com.

A Day in Old New Castle

Historic New Castle 30 Market St., New Castle, DE, United States

Take a look into the private homes and gardens and historic landmarks and museums. Enjoy historical reenactments, entertainment, artisans, children’s games, tours of the Kalmar Nyckel tall ship and more. 50 Market St., New Castle, DE. 10 to 5. $5–$25. HistoricNewCastle.com.

Jenkins Arboretum Spring Blooms Celebration

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Rd., Devon, PA

Enjoy a roving dinner, garden games, music and floral festivities at this annual fundraiser. Jenkins Arboretum, 631 Berwyn Baptist Rd., Devon. 6 to 9 pm. $150. JenkinsArboretum.org.

Garden to Vase: Opulent Peonies at Winterthur

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE, United States

Take a special after-hours tour of the Peony Garden, designed by renowned landscape architect Marian Coffin, then use peonies to design an arrangement. Bring a glass vase. Reg. req. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. 1 pm. $80. Winterthur.org.

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Scott Arboretum Tours: Peonies

Scott Arboretum 500 College Ave., Swarthmore, PA

May 6, Tree Peony Tour: learn about the different types of tree peony hybrids in the collection from the horticulture staff, 6 pm. May 21, In Person Peony Tour: explore the arboretum’s wide variety of peonies on a tour led by an expert horticulturist, 3 pm. 500 College Ave., Swarthmore. ScottArboretum.org.

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Winterthur—Story Time in Enchanted Woods

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE, United States

Ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. After, they’ll enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day’s story. Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur. 11 am. $8–$25. Winterthur.org.