Spring Blooms in the Brandywine Valley
The Brandywine Valley is blooming! Experience SpringBlooms through May 5 at Longwood Gardens: roam rainbow rows of flowers and surround yourself in color in the lush conservatory. Longwood's renowned Festival of Fountains returns May 9: book a stay in Chester County accommodations offering untimed tickets. Plan ahead for two floral festivals in May: the Phoenixville Dogwood Festival, May 15– 18, and the Festival of the Peony May 17– May 31. Read on to inspire your spring getaway
.du Pont Gardens
Book a spring trip to tour all of the du Pont family estates and gardens, from Winterthur's 175-room mansion and surrounding trails to the perfectly manicured lawns of Nemours Estate. Learn the fascinating histories of each property and bask in the blooming beauty of spring.
Inspiring Arts
Wyeth Studio Tours are back at the Brandywine Museum of Art! Enjoy a tour behind the canvases of Andrew and N.C. Wyeth. Pair your visit with more art events this spring: the annual Historic Yellow Springs Art Show, April 27 – May 12, and the Chester County Studio Tour, May 18 – 19.
Equestrian Season
Spring opens the gates for equestrian season in the Brandywine Valley. Make plans for Winterthur's 46th Annual Point to Point on May 5, featuring steeplechases races, pageants, puppies, and a vibrant marketplace with unique vendors. Pair the event with more things to do during Point to Point weekend. Browse a complete list of equestrian events for more inspiration.
Coming Soon
Longwood Gardens will debut its sweeping 17-acre expansion on November 22, 2024. Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience will welcome a 32,000-square-foot West Conservatory, Waterlily Court, Bonsai Courtyard, and more to inspire the imagination, including a new restaurant and event space. Stay connected for updates and ticketing information.
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