Chester County Resources

The Hagley Museum tells the story of the beginning, the early days, and the very first product of the DuPont Company, black powder. Museum visitors learn about the production of black powder on more than 230 acres of trees and flowering shrubs along the Brandywine River. Hagley provides a unique glimpse into this important chapter in American industrial history with a diversity of restorations, exhibits, and live demonstrations that appeal to visitors of all ages. The museum also offers a variety of special events as well as volunteer and membership opportunities.

Four generations of du Ponts lovingly cared for this country estate that today combines art, history, beauty, and learning. Nestled in the beautiful Brandywine Valley, halfway between New York City and Washington, D.C., Winterthur delights and inspires guests of all ages in every season.

Period Room

More than 45 years ago, founder Henry Francis du Pont, collector and horticulturist, created an unrivaled collection of early American decorative arts (1640-1860) displayed in period settings and a matchless twentieth-century naturalistic garden. He also developed a research library, rich with art and history, that is open to the public.

Longwood Gardens is the world’s premier horticultural display garden. Longwood offers 1,050 acres (425 hectares) of gardens, woodlands, and meadows; 20 outdoor gardens; 20 indoor gardens within 4 acres (1.6 hectares) of heated greenhouses; 11,000 different types of plants; spectacular fountains; extensive educational programs including horticultural career training and internships; and 800 horticultural and performing arts events each year, including flower shows, gardening demonstrations, courses, children’s programs, concerts, organ recitals, musical theatre, and fireworks displays. Longwood is open every day of the year and attracts more than 900,000 visitors annually.