Holiday lights · DE
Delaware's Brandywine Valley is known for its du Pont family estates, which dress up their mansions and gardens for a refined, old-fashioned holiday season.
Historic home tour Winterthur, DE
The former du Pont country estate decorates its period rooms with trimmed trees and holiday displays, including an elaborate dollhouse and a large gingerbread creation. Outdoor lights add to evening visits on select nights.
Visiting: Runs from late November into early January, with extended evening hours on some days; check the museum's schedule.
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Historic home tour Wilmington, DE
Alfred I. du Pont's French-style mansion is decorated room by room for the holidays, with a large tree in the Great Hall. Recent seasons have added evening hours with live music.
Visiting: Held from mid-November through late December; timed tickets are required.
Seasons, hours, tickets and prices change every year — always check the official site before you go.
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