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Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day's story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time …
Members receive an additional 10% off purchases at the Museum Store on the second full weekend of every month, Friday–Sunday.
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Be sure to bring a flashlight, dress for the weather, and wear walking shoes. Included with admission. Members free. Meet at the Visitor Center patio. Walks start promptly at scheduled time and take place on the …
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Discover how the old influences the new with crafts, games, and demonstrations inspired by the artists and makers of the Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur exhibition as they introduce design, history, and craftsmanship to kids ages 3‒10 and the adults they bring along. New activities and guests each week. Drop-in program. $5; free for Members and …
The Winterthur Library holds a treasure trove of dye recipe books, giving us a glimpse into the color palettes of the 18th and 19th centuries. See some of these original documents and try your hand at ingredient mixing and cloth dyeing. Free. Drop-in program. Event takes place in the Brown Horticulture Learning Center.
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Learn how interns in Natural Lands created a pollinator box and why this box is so important. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, April–October. July 24—Garden by Design July 31—Garden by Design …
Join us to explore some of the hotspots for birds at Winterthur, including wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along Clenny Run. Observe resident birds as well as migrating raptors, warblers, and sparrows. For beginning or experienced bird watchers. Bring your binoculars. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. Park in the …
Henry Francis du Pont often used nontraditional containers for his flower arrangements. Create your own summer arrangement using locally sourced flowers while learning professional design and flower arranging techniques. Bring a container that is not typically used for flowers. Email Heidi Militana to discuss your ideas for a container. Registration required by July 7. $80; …
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Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day's story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Celebrate American Artistry! Spend a summer day—or the whole weekend—exploring Winterthur while shopping for artisan-made crafts and gifts. Friday, July 19 | 12:00–6:00 pm Saturday, July 20 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Sunday, July 21 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Some of the region’s most talented craftspeople will present their outstanding wares, including antiques and collectibles, furniture …
Celebrate American Artistry! Spend a summer day—or the whole weekend—exploring Winterthur while shopping for artisan-made crafts and gifts. Friday, July 19 | 12:00–6:00 pm Saturday, July 20 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Sunday, July 21 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Some of the region’s most talented craftspeople will present their outstanding wares, including antiques and collectibles, furniture …
Celebrate American Artistry! Spend a summer day—or the whole weekend—exploring Winterthur while shopping for artisan-made crafts and gifts. Friday, July 19 | 12:00–6:00 pm Saturday, July 20 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Sunday, July 21 | 10:00 am–4:00 pm Some of the region’s most talented craftspeople will present their outstanding wares, including antiques and collectibles, furniture …
Discover how the old influences the new with crafts, games, and demonstrations inspired by the artists and makers of the Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur exhibition as they introduce design, history, and craftsmanship to kids ages 3‒10 and the adults they bring along. New activities and guests each week. Drop-in program. $5; free for Members and …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Enjoy listening to our summer horticultural interns as they engage you in the historical design intent, daily horticultural practices, and plant identification of a chosen garden area. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every …
Continue reading "Garden & Estate Insider: Garden by Design"
Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. After, your children will enjoy a sensory station with objects and activities to match the day's story. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time …
Join Rebecca Parmer, library director, and explore the history of making, buying, selling, and wearing clothing, and examine some of our favorite fashions from the library’s rich collection of textile resources spanning more than 400 years. Free. Reservations required; limited to 20 participants. Register now.
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Discover how the old influences the new with crafts, games, and demonstrations inspired by the artists and makers of the Transformations: Contemporary Artists at Winterthur exhibition as they introduce design, history, and craftsmanship to kids ages 3‒10 and the adults they bring along. New activities and guests each week. Drop-in program. $5; free for Members and …
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …
Enjoy listening to our summer horticultural interns as they engage you in the historical design intent, daily horticultural practices, and plant identification of a chosen garden area. Program starts promptly at scheduled time. Included with admission. Free for Members. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts for other Garden & Estate Insider events, every Wednesday, …
Continue reading "Garden & Estate Insider: Garden by Design"
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit in this active yet serene class. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate for the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location will move indoors. Locations will be posted by the main gate …