April 1 - November 21
Brandywine River Museum
Kuerner Farm Tours
For more than 70 years, the historic Kuerner Farm was a major source of inspiration to Andrew Wyeth. Since his earliest painting of the farm in 1932 at the age of 15, Wyeth found subjects in its people, animals, buildings and landscapes for nearly 1,000 works of art. Tours depart from the museum at timed intervals. Due to uneven walking surfaces, the Kuerner Farm is not accessible to disabled individuals.
Hours: Thursday through Sunday.
Admission: $5 per person in addition to museum admission.
Phone: 610.388.2700
Weblink: www.brandywinemuseum.org
April 1 - November 21
Brandywine River Museum
N.C. Wyeth House and Studio Tours
The house where N.C. Wyeth raised his extraordinarily creative children and the studio in which he painted many of his memorable works of art have been restored. Tours depart from the museum at timed intervals.
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday.
Admission: $5 per person in addition to museum admission.
Phone: 610.388.2700
Weblink: www.brandywinemuseum.org
April 10
Longwood Gardens
Ran Dank
Israeli pianist Ran Dank's numerous prizes at international competitions include first prize at the 2009 Young Concert Artists International Auditions, third prize at the 2008 Sydney Competition, and Grand Prize at the 2008 Hilton Head Competition, which resulted in his 2008 Carnegie Hall recital debut at Weill Recital Hall.
Hours: 1:00 pm
Admission: Included with Gardens admission.
Phone: 610-388-1000
Weblink: www.longwoodgardens.org
April 10-November 21
Longwood Gardens
Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance
Longwood Gardens takes you inside the unmapped universe of scent with its debut exhibition, Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance. This fully interactive experience explores the art, science, and mystery of fragrance - from the perfumeries of Paris to the treetops of the rainforest.
Hours: 9:00 am-6:00 pm
Admission: Included with Gardens admission.
Phone: 610-388-1000
Weblink: www.longwoodgardens.org
April 17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Brandywine River Museum
17th Annual Brandywine River Cleanup
The Young Friends of the Brandywine Conservancy invite volunteers to help us celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day by cleaning up the banks of the Brandywine River. Volunteers work in teams along a 10 mile stretch of the river from the Lenape Bridge in West Chester to Thompson's Bridge in Delaware. Volunteers are advised to wear long pants, heavy shoes or boots, gloves and sun screen. Lunch will be served at the Environmental Management Center immediately following the clean up. For more information or to register, please contact the Young Friends at 610-388- 8315 or send an e-mail to ksmith@brandywine.org.
April 17-18
Longwood Gardens
Kite Weekend
Enjoy the art and skill of kite-flying on a special weekend full of fresh air, colorful kites and fun for the whole family!
Hours: 9:00 am-6:00 pm
Admission: Included with Gardens admission.
Phone: 610-388-1000
Weblink: www.longwoodgardens.org
April 17 - July 11, 2010
Brandywine River Museum
John Haberle: American Master of Illusion
Combining a masterful technique with sly, witty historical and personal references, John Haberle (1856-1933) created trompe l'oeil paintings astonishing in their detail and precision. He is considered one of the most accomplished 19th century American trompe l'oeil painters, but in his lifetime he achieved only brief recognition. This exhibition, organized by the New Britain Museum of American Art, features nearly 20 paintings and drawings from museum collections across the country, including the Brandywine River Museum. Along with its accompanying illustrated catalogue, the exhibition offers a fresh and comprehensive view of this unique, inventive artist. The exhibition is supported by The Henry Luce Foundation, Inc., and its presentation at the Brandywine River Museum is made possible by Bank of America.
Hours: Open daily 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Admission: Free with admission
Phone: 610.388.2700
Weblink: www.brandywinemuseum.org
April 17 - July 11, 2010
Brandywine River Museum
Eye to Eye: Portrait Miniatures from the Collection of Phyllis and Jamie Wyeth
Toward the end of the 18th century, portraits of a single eye of a loved one became fashionable among the British nobility and aristocracy, a trend that soon spread all over Europe. Given as a token of affection, this unusual type of portraiture was most often painted in watercolor on ivory and mounted in jewelry, such as pins, brooches, lockets, and bracelets. This exhibition will present over 30 eye portraits, all from the collection of artist Jamie Wyeth. This exhibition is supported by The Davenport Family Foundation Fund for Exhibitions.
Hours: Open daily 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Admission: Free with admission
Phone: 610.388.2700
Weblink: www.brandywinemuseum.org
April 25
Mt. Cuba Center
Annual Wildflower Celebration
The region's premier wildflower garden continues a popular spring tradition with its 6th Annual Wildflower Celebration, full of activities for families.
Children can follow a path of activities marked by naturalistic tables crafted from trees that once lived on the Mt. Cuba Center property. Visitors may also take the "Wildflower Challenge" - match the wildflower to its name and win a 2-for-1 tour admission coupon. Learning stations this year include Forest Succession, Tree Care and Pruning, Blueberries, Cutting Propagation, Meadow Plants and Birds, Garden Journaling, Dyeing Fibers with Native Plants, Drought-Tolerant Plants, Hummingbirds and more. The first 500 families will receive a free potted wildflower.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission: Free for this event. Free parking is available at the Red Clay Reservation on Old Wilmington Rd.
Phone: 302-239-4244
Weblink: www.mtcubacenter.org
Through January 2, 2011
Hagley Museum
Remember Me: du Pont Family Keepsake Portraits
See small portrait miniatures and other portraits of du Pont family members. Of special interest are those depicting the founder of the DuPont Company, E.I. and his wife Sophie, as well as E.I.'s brother Victor's family. Exhibit will be on display in the family ancestral home, Eleutherian Mills. Use main entrance off of route 141 in Wilmington.
Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily
Admission: Included in regular museum admission; Adults - $11.00; Students and senior citizens - $9.00; Children ages six to fourteen - $4.00; Children under six - Free; Hagley Members - Free
Phone: 302-658-2400
Weblink: www.hagley.org
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