Brandywine Blog

Melt into Spring: Arts, Gardens & Local Cheers

Melt into Spring with a Colorful Getaway As March melts away the last weeks of winter, spring getaways are budding! Surround yourself in breathtaking blooms to welcome the season: book a visit to Chester County’s Brandywine Valley with tickets to Longwood Gardens.Experience Winter Wonder through…

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Strokes of Genius: Touring Chester County's Murals

Chester County is a necessary stopping point when discovering Pennsylvania’s art – between the famed Wyeth family and the number of various museums, galleries, and studios in the area, Chester County is a vibrant art hot spot. The creative urges here are strong, and over the past few years artist…

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Save the Dates: 2024

Chester County welcomes unique special events each season. From vibrant festivals to equestrian traditions and countryside charms, be inspired to plan ahead and book your stay today! Many accommodations offer packages with untimed tickets to Longwood Gardens: a must during summer and holiday…

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Book It!

There is a great story around every corner of Chester County’s Brandywine Valley. Bibliophiles will love exploring fantastic independent bookstores, cozying up in a boutique book-themed hotel and more. Read ahead for inspiration, then book a trip. Baldwin’s Book Barn, in the heart of Chester…

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A Sweet Getaway

Candy brings out the children in us all and memories of our favorite treats. The expression “like a kid in a candy shop” says it all as there is such a thrill to see, smell and taste delectable chocolates and other confections. Fine chocolates, fudge, and old-fashioned candies of all shapes and…

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Brandywine's Bright Blue Skies

Chester County’s Brandywine Valley is the place to be this spring/summer season as the bright skies will sparkle by day and glow at night. Majestic hot-air balloons and helicopters take to the sky plus surreal lanterns and spectacular fountains & fireworks light up magical warm evenings. Longwood…

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Spring Into the Arts

Spring is a season of beauty and rebirth after a cold winter, so it’s no surprise that is also the season to celebrate the arts. From fine arts by top American artists to an amazing free studio art tour, Chester County’s Brandywine Valley is an art lovers paradise. The Brandywine Museum of Art…

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Point to Point Weekend Things to Do

On Sunday May 5, 2024, it’s the 46 th annual Point to Point at Winterthur - a glorious day of steeplechase racing set amidst the splendor of Henry Francis du Pont’s Winterthur estate. Pack a picnic lunch or tailgate spread and get ready to enjoy one of the Brandywine Valley’s most stylish and…

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Celebrate Cycling In The Brandywine Valley

Chester County’s rolling hills and charming towns are the perfect playground for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts at a myriad of cycling events. The cycling season is vibrant in Chester County’s Brandywine Valley and one may participate or enjoy the spectacle. Here are some of the upcoming…

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Du Pont Chateaus and Gardens

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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