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LONGWOOD GARDENSEnjoy 1,050 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows and over 11,000 types of plants. With more fountains than any other garden in the US and over 400 performances a year, Longwood Gardens is a must see while in Chester County. WINTERTHUR, AN AMERICAN COUNTRY ESTATEA visit to Winterthur will immerse you in another time and place. Rediscover America's heritage through its unparalleled collections of antiques and Americana. Wander through the breathtaking beauty of the 60-acre naturalistic Winterthur Garden. HAGLEY MUSEUMHagley is the site of the gunpowder works founded by E. I. du Pont in 1802. This example of early American industry includes restored mills, a workers' community, and the ancestral home and gardens of the du Pont family. BRANDYWINE RIVER MUSEUMExhibiting American art in a 19th-century grist mill, the Brandywine River Museum is internationally known for its unparalleled collection of works by three generations of Wyeths and its fine collection of American illustration, still life and landscape painting. CHADDS FORD WINERYLocated on a small country estate in the heart of the Brandywine artist community, the winery is housed in a charmingly renovated colonial barn that is open for visitors year round. It is just two miles away from the world renowned Longwood Gardens and the Wyeth family's Brandywine River Museum. PARADOCX VINEYARDParadocx Vineyard, nestled among the rolling hills of southern Chester County, Pennsylvania, combines current technology and handcrafted secrets to create unique wines, made from homegrown grapes, and from those of only selected custom growers. SIMON PEARCE GLASS BLOWING & RESTAURANTAt Simon Pearce on the Brandywine, the handcrafting traditions of our tableware company are brought to life on the plate in the form of pure flavors and innovative dishes inspired by the seasons and harvests of our surrounding region. HERRS SNACK FACTORY TOURBefore each tour we'll give you the inside scoop on the history of Herr's®. We'll also introduce you to the group of zany characters who will be your on-screen "tour guides" for the rest of your visit. It's just our way of giving each guest a warm Herr's® welcome. |
