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The Kennett Walking Tour is located in the Kennett Square Historic District just 2 miles south of Rt. 52 on Baltimore Pike in southeastern Pennsylvania's beautiful Brandywine Valley. Click here for a printable map of the tour. |  |
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The Brandywine Valley Wine Trail is located in the heart of one of
America's most historic valleys. Here in the rolling hills and
countryside of Southern Chester County, explore the six family
operated vineyards and wineries, each diverse in size and styles,
who are gaining national recognition as the creators of distinctive
wines from the unique terroire of the Brandywine Valley District.
Historic Kennett Square puts you dead center of the Wine Trail.
Info on the wines, tasting hours, maps, events, special passports
for those staying in local lodging, and more can be found at
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Located just minutes from Kennett Square deep in the wilds of Mushroom Country,Va La is a small farm consisting of a hillside cellar, seven acres of vines, and onefamily devoted to each other and to the creation of unusual little wines.
Va La is a micro-winery, focussed entirely on the creation of tiny batches of wines made from unholy blends of Italian and French varieties, that our elders tell us we have no business making, and that cause us as much financial hardship as possible.
Open Thursdays - Sundays, approx 12:01 to 5:29 PM Est; and every day in December except Christmas. Maps, wines, inadvertently truthful information, etc can be found at www.valavineyards.com. 610 268 2702 |  |
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Our 20-passenger bus takes you on a one-hour narrated tour. Tours cost $8. Reservations are necessary; call 610-347-2237.
Please visit our Underground Railroad exhibit at the Chester County Visitors Center near Longwood Gardens. The Visitors Center is open 363 days a year (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas). From April to October the Visitors Center hours are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and November to March, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |  |
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On the banks of the Brandywine River in Chadds Ford, the museum houses
the premier collection of three generations of the Wyeth family, as well
as works by Howard Pyle and other important American illustrators. The
museum offers the visitor the opportunity to relax and enjoy the river
setting while touring the gallery (allow 1.5 hours). From April to
November a tour of N.C. Wyeth's studio and home take are an optional
extra (allow one hour). Hours of operation are 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
daily, closed Christmas Day. 610-388 2700. |  |
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Birthplace of the du Pont company. Visitors can tour the house, gardens,
powder yards, Blacksmith Hill worker's community, machine shops and
the museum of industry. Look for
the du Pont automobile, once the most expensive car in the world.
Open most days; Admission fee; 302-658-2400. |  |
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Longwood Gardens, created by Pierre S. du Pont, is one of the premier
arboretums in the country if not in the world. The Gardens encompass
horticultural displays, walkways and meadows on 1,050 acres. The
beautiful four acre conservatory and fountains are not to be missed.
Touring the gardens leisurely can take between four and eight hours and
comfortable shoes and clothing for the season are advised. Longwood
is open every day of the year from 9 am- 5 pm and from Memorial Day to
Labor Day remains open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings until
10:15 offering a concert and the summer Festival of Fountains. Admission
charged and includes most evening festivities. 610-388-1000. |  |
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300-acre country estate,
built by A. I. du Pont between 1909-1910, contains 102 rooms, and is a
fine example of a modified Louis XVI French chateau. Tours take about
two hours. Reservations are required. Open 5/1 - 11/30. Admission
charged, 302-651-6912. CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS. |  |
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Henry Francis du Pont's world renowned collection of early American antiques
(1640-1860), displayed in 175 rooms of his country home Admission charged; open daily 10 am - 5 pm; 302-888-4600. |  |
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This fascinating museum's growing exhibitions and collections include over 35 helicopters, autogiros and converti planes, eight of which are fully accessible
for hands-on experiences. The Museum is located in West Chester, PA
next to QVC. |
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See artifacts that bring life to the Battle of Brandywine, times in
which it was fought, people, Washington's Headquarters, and
Lafayette's Quarters. Site includes museum. Also do the Driving
Tour. Allow two or more hours. |
 | Located on Rt. 100, the
Chadds Ford Historical Society focus is colonial life in 18th
Century Chadds Ford; it maintains two historic houses (John Chads
House and Barns-Brinton House) and hosts many events. |
 | An 18th Century barn houses an award winning wine making facility in a charming country atmosphere. Tastings, tours, sales, festivals, special events and concerts make this a delightful stop. |
 | 225 N. High Street,
West Chester, PA 19380-2691 Phone: 610. 692.4800. See web site for
directions, hours, exhibits, etc |
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Wilmington's Delaware Art Museum has the foremost collection of Pre-Raphaelite collection in America. The all new museum reopens June, 2005. |
 | Discover the wonders of the natural world through changing exhibits,
an interactive discovery room and special events. Exhibit Highlights
include the largest bird egg collection in the World, a view of
extinct and vanishing birds and, a spectacular array of seashell. |
 | Kennett Square, PA. Folly Hill Vineyards, located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, is a charming vineyard and 200 year old Quaker farmhouse that backs into Longwood Gardens. Bring a picnic lunch, wander through the 4,000 vines, or just relax in an adirondack chair. Wine sales and tastings are offered in the stone carriage house. |
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Truly the yummiest tour in town!
See how all your favorite snacks are made. Taste warm, fresh potato
chips right of the production line. Free tours take approximately
one hour and reservations are recommended. Herrs is located in
Nottingham, PA just off RT. 1. |
 | West Grove, PA. Built on dreams with determination, Carole and Jim Kirkpatrick began making wine in 1989. Together with their friends and families they have captured the art of the wine making process, from vine to bottle. |
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 | Landenburg, PA.
An independent vinifera and premium hybrid wine grape grower nestled among the rolling hills of southern Chester County, Pennsylvania. |
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Take the QVC Studio Tour to learn more about QVC's growth into a prominent electronic retailer. Tours are
available 7 days a week at QVC Studio Park in West Chester, PA. Reservations not
necessary. Admission charged. Be a part of the studio audience for a live broadcast! |
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42 The Strand in New Castle, DE.
Built in 1801 by the son of one of Delaware's signers of the
Declaration of Independence, the Read House exhibits the height of
Federal grandeur. |
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Experience the turn of the 20th century through the magic of steam locomotion. Step over to the station and board our 1/8 size live steam railway for a round trip on The Auburn Valley Railroad!Ê Hop aboard the "First Bus" in Delaware -- A Stanley Mountain Wagon -- or take a spin around the estate in a fully restored 1915 Model 820 Mountain Wagon. |
 | The Barnes Foundation, 300 N.
Latch's Lane, Merion, PA 19066, established 1922 by Dr. Albert C.
Barnes, to promote advancement of education and the appreciation of
the fine arts. Largest private collection of impressionist art.
Allow two hours. Reservations required. |
 | Gap, PA.
A 30-acre vineyard of approximately two thirds classic European vinifera and the remainder French hybrid vines. All fermentation to barrel aging and bottling, take place on the premises in facilities you can see during your visit. |
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The University of Delaware offers an impressive collection of educational resources. Undergraduates may choose to major in any one or more of over 100 academic majors. The University's distinguished faculty includes internationally known scientists, authors and teachers.
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Avondale, PA. Family owned and operated vineyard offering tastings of award-winning wines made from rare varieties and unusual blends. Local artisan farm cheeses and other local foods inspire the senses.
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The university offers degrees in
the arts and sciences, teacher training and certification, advanced
study in medicine and law, and continuing education. |
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Minor League Baseball in Frawley
Stadium on the Riverfront. |
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