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Nestled in the heart of Delaware’s picturesque Brandywine Valley, Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library stands a world set apart - a place where history lives on in spectacular gardens, romantic landscapes, and a breathtaking mansion filled with magnificent American antiques.
Once the grand country estate of Henry Francis du Pont, the 175-room house remains a rare national treasure, where beauty, art, and history combine. Set amid nearly 1,000 acres of rolling pasture, the garden is the ideal locale for an equally memorable wedding celebration or special event.
Facilities and Capacity
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library offers indoor and outdoor event spaces available for wedding events. Couples can exchange vows on the ground’s lawn surrounded by vibrant flower beds, green grass, and loved ones. After you’ve tied the knot, you and your family can make your way to the reflecting pool for a memorable cocktail hour. Here, you can sip on beverages, mingle with friends, and watch as the sunsets on your magical day. A night of dancing and laughter can then follow in the Galleries Reception Atrium. This expansive space has ample room for seated guests, a dance floor, and live entertainment if desired. Additional options available at this include the Visitor Center Pavilion, the Visitors Center Patio, the Period Rooms Suite, the Hawkes Conference Center, and more. These options are designed to meet the varied preferences of couples, with seating capacity ranging from 20 to 350 guests depending on the chosen space.
Services Offered
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library can be utilized for events such as bridal showers, ceremonies, engagement parties, and receptions. This venue has partnered exclusively with Restaurant Associates for catering for the past 18 years to provide everything a couple needs for their special day. Your cuisine can be presented in a variety of ways to best suit your plans These options include buffet, family-style, hors d'oeuvres, plated, servers, and stations. These caterers can devise a menu that features a range of cuisines inspired by all four corners of the world. Some of these styles include American, Asian, European, and Caribbean. Additional services and rental items at this venue include:
- dedicated on site catering liasion
- shuttles and trams on estate grounds to whisk your guests between garden locations
- complimentary museum access for wedding guests on your wedding weekend
- exclusive photography privilages with golf cart attendant on your wedding afternoon prior to ceremony
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- Bartending
- Open bar options
- Tables and chairs, floor length linen, white or ivory napkins
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A one of a kind wedding location, superior staff and exquisite venue!
Beautiful and stunning wedding venue. We love working with the team there!
Winterthur is a wonderful place to have a wedding. The setting is unbelievably gorgeous and the catering (food and staff) are outstanding.
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