Brandywine Blog

Leaf Peeping Delights - Hot Spots for Fall Foilage Photography

Autumn in Chester County’s Brandywine Valley is so full of colorful scenery that it’s hard to decide where to go for the best photos. With this list, it’s easier to pick which of the most picturesque spots you want to hit while you’re here! Wherever you end up, don’t forget to tag #brandywinevalley…

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Happy Haunts

Treat yourself to these tame Halloween adventures: Chester County History Center's Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour - select dates in September and October West Chester wasn't always a fun place to be. In the 1800s West Chester suffered from diseases like cholera, diphtheria, rabies, and…

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Fall for the Brandywine Valley

A glorious fall adventure awaits in the Brandywine Valley Follow our suggestions or choose your own path - and pumpkins! Friday October 20 Check into cozy accommodations many of which offer special Longwood Gardens untimed tickets - more about that to come. (Images from left to right) Inn at…

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Cheers to the perfect weekend

Beer lovers can’t miss one of the best brew events in the region – Kennett Brewfest! Over 80 brewers serving a wide range (175!) of beers in the charming town of Kennett Square, Saturday October 7. You’ll need to stay overnight – make it a full weekend! See below for planning the perfect getaway:…

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Brandywine Museum of Art's Wyeth Studio Tours

Situated along the beautiful Brandywine River is the Brandywine Museum of Art. It is known for its outstanding collection of American illustration, still life and landscape painting as well as an unparalleled collection of works by three generations of the Wyeth family of artists. Within minutes…

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St. Peter’s Village is a Step Back in Time

A trip to St Peter’s Village is like a step back in time. This charming 19th century industrial village, narrow and just a ¼ mile in length, is on the National Register of Historic Places. The main street, St Peter’s Road, runs parallel to the rocky French Creek, which adds to the charm and unique…

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A Very Swiftie Getaway in Chester County

Get your friends together for an enchanting getaway to experience Taylor Swift: Shake it Off, at world-renowned Longwood Gardens. The new show features music by your favorite blondie. Stroll charming downtowns lined with shops and photo-ops, and dine and unwind at local restaurants and countryside…

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Into the Woods

Trees are an intrinsic part of the Brandywine Valley landscape. Even the name Pennsylvania, translated as “Penn’s Woods,” speaks to this heritage. In fact. So many gardens, arboretums and botanical treasures populate the greater Philadelphia region, that is has earned the moniker, “America’s Garden…

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Ride Through Brandywine Valley's Covered Bridges

Covered bridges line the countryside of Chester County’s Brandywine Valley. A drive through the region to view and photograph these charming bridges is a safe and fun activity. The ride outlined below is laid out geographically; a convenient map can be found at the end of this post. Bridges are…

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Du Pont Chateaus and Gardens in the Brandywine Valley

The Brandywine Valley has inspired many to greatness. World-renowned museums and gardens made famous by the legacy of the du Pont family cover the Brandywine Countryside, evoking a European experience, while located just minutes from Philadelphia. The du Pont family’s influence can be traced…

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