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all has always conjured new beginnings for me. Perhaps Albert Camus said it best, “Autumnis a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” This fall Winterthur presents an abundantautumnal bouquet of offerings to appeal to every interest.

On October 20, the museum premieres a new exhibition concept called Eye on the Iconic in whicha single memorable object is displayed and mined for wider meaning. Fans of the Netflix seriesThe Crown, a dramatization of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, will recognize the most iconiccostume from that show—a replica of the original coronation gown. Commissioned by Harrodsdepartment store to celebrate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012 and made by AngelsCostumes, the gown was worn by actress Claire Foy in the coronation scene of the Netflix series.

The 54th Delaware Antiques Show will again present the most respected dealers offeringfurniture, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and folk art in a buying exhibition that has been called “theshow for true believers . . . in search of the finest Americana.” We are delighted to have as ourHonorary Chair and keynote speaker my great friend Gil Schafer III, a leading proponent oftraditional classical architecture. Gil will speak on the subject of his new book A Place to Call Home:Tradition, Style, and Memory in the New American House, which codifies his firm’s philosophy: A houseis truly successful when its architecture, landscape, and decoration are all working together tomake a great place to live. The loan exhibition for this year’s show comes from our esteemedsister institution The Biggs Museum of Art in Dover and celebrates their 25th anniversary witha selection of masterpieces you will not want to miss.

For families, the hugely popular Truck and Tractor Day returns to delight children of all ageswho have fantasized about joining a fire brigade or getting behind the controls of a giant backhoe.The magic then continues as Yuletide at Winterthur opens the holiday season on November 18with decorations inspired by royal events and treasures from Christmases past, including ourwonderful 18-room dollhouse decked out for the season. All of us at Winterthur look forward towelcoming you this autumn and throughout the year.

Tom SavageDirector, Museum AffairsWinterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Cover, top: Photo courtesy Alex Bailey, The Crown, Netflix; bottom, photo by Jeannette Lindvig. Above: From The Golden Flower Chrysanthemum. Boston: L. Prang & Co., 1890. Winterthur LibraryRight: Bob Leitch

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ROYALSplendorTHE CORONATION GOWN FROM THE CROWN

October 20, 2017–January 7, 2018 • East Gallery

This spectacular showcase of art, antiques,and design features the finest offerings frommore than 60 distinguished dealers. TheDelaware Antiques Show highlights the bestof American antiques and decorative arts.

Friday, November 10, 10:00 am Keynote Lecture: Presented by Gil Schafer III,Honorary Chair of the Delaware Antiques Show andaward-winning architect

Opening Night PartyThursday, November 9 • 5:00–9:00 pmCelebrate the opening of the show with cocktails and exclusive early shopping!

54TH ANNUAL DELAWAREANTIQUES SHOW

November 10–12, 2017Chase Center on the Riverfront • Wilmington, DE

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Visit winterthur.org/das or call 800.448.3883 forshow hours, directions, and tickets to the OpeningNight Party and Show.

Royal Splendor: The Coronation Gown from The Crown, the first in a new Winterthur seriesentitled Eye on the Iconic, will feature thecoronation gown worn in the Netflix series The Crown, a dramatized history of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Like the richly symboliccenturies-old coronation ceremony, thecoronation dress is iconic—one of the mostcelebrated dresses of the 20th century and asymbol of a historical moment witnessed bymillions around the world.

Join us to view this very special dress createdin celebration of the Queen’s DiamondJubilee. Experience the rich connections anobject like this one makes between theQueen, her people, and the world throughthe celebration and memory of importanthistorical moments.

Tickets and information at 800.448.3883 orvisit winterthur.org/eyeontheiconic.

Photos above: Ben Fournier; right: Carter Berg


WINTERTHUREspecially for Members Royal Splendor Members Preview PartyOctober 19, 5:30–7:00 pmMembers are invited to get an exclusive first look at Royal Splendor: The Coronation Gownfrom The Crown, the first in a new Winterthur exhibit series entitled Eye on the Iconic. Viewthe replica coronation gown worn in the Netflix series The Crown. Complimentary light fare,wine, beer, and a specialty cocktail will be available. Members only. $25 per Member.Benefactor-level-and-above Members, complimentary.

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Eye on the Iconic presentsRoyal Splendor: The CoronationGown from The Crown October 20, 2017–January 7, 2018

View a spectacular display of the replicacoronation gown worn on the Netflixseries The Crown, a dramatized history ofthe reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Eye onthe Iconic is a new series of exhibits inthe Galleries, with each installationhighlighting a single remarkable object.

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATIONPlease contact the Membership Office at [email protected] or call 302.888.4713 to renew or upgrade your membership.

Truck and Tractor DayOctober 7

Our annual “Welcome Fall” eventreturns with fun for the whole family.Join us and take a hayride, explore farm and fire vehicles, climb a tree, and more!

54th Annual Delaware Antiques ShowNovember 10–12

Don’t miss this spectacular showcase ofart, antiques, and design—a benefit foreducational programming at Winterthur.

Tickets are on sale now. Call800.448.3883 or visitwinterthur.org/das.

Exclusive Fall Lectures Mark your calendar for Members-only,Members- free lectures this fall. OnNovember 1, 6:00 pm, join John L. andMarjorie P. McGraw Director of Collectionsand Senior Curator of Textiles Linda Eatonfor “Embroidery: The Language of Art,” alook at Winterthur’s extraordinary needleworkcollection, and learn about the embroiderystyle in the coronation gown featured in ourexhibit Royal Splendor. On November 19,1:00 pm, get an inside peek at the holidaymagic that happens at the White House at aMember Appreciation Lecture, “Christmaswith the First Ladies,” with esteemed interiordecorator Coleen Christian Burke, author ofChristmas with the First Ladies: The WhiteHouse Decorating Tradition from JacquelineKennedy to Michelle Obama.

Members may bring up to two guests to theMember Appreciation Lecture at $10 perguest. Reservations encouraged. Ordertickets by calling 800.448.3883.

BENEFACTOR LEVEL-AND-ABOVEMEMBERS ARE INVITED TO THESEUPCOMING PROGRAMS:Enjoy talks, tours, and workshops withWinterthur curators, conservators, andstaff. Learn more on the Member Activitiespage at winterthur.org.

“THE WELL DRESSED WINDOW:CURTAINS AT WINTERTHUR”SEPTEMBER 26, 10:00 AMA behind-the-scenes talk and tour exploreshow H. F. du Pont designed and selected hisantique textiles and offers a rare glimpse intothe awe-inspiring storage rooms.

“MANTELS, DOORS, AND MORE—ARCHITECTURAL TREASURES ATWINTERTHUR”OCTOBER 17, 11:00 AMA special up-close talk and tour ofarchitecture in the Americas from the 17th to the 20th centuries.

“AN INTRODUCTION TO THE CARE ANDCONSERVATION OF GLASS AND CERAMICS”NOVEMBER 9, 10:30 AMIn this workshop in the objects lab,participants will see first-hand examples ofongoing glass and ceramics treatments as wellas various types of materials that conservatorsuse to make repairs. Space limited.

Photo by Bob Leitch

E-MAIL Don’t miss out on upcoming programs andspecial opportunities. Forward your name,membership number, and e-mail address [email protected]. Winterthurwill not sell or share your e-mail address.

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1 A Christmas Carol Live Member ticketsgo on sale today for this popular event onDecember 6 & 7. Call 800.448.3883

2 Hands on History Cart, 1–3 pm FP MF

5 WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur10:30–11:30 am FP MF

6 Squeaky Wheels10:30–11:30 am FP MF

Garden Insider Talk: “Butterflies ofWinterthur,” 11:30 am MF

Estate Tour, 4:30 pm MF

7 Wellness at Winterthur Gentle Yoga9 am $ ™

Wellness at Winterthur: “GuidedMeditation,” 10 am MO $ ™

Story Time in Enchanted Woods, Over inthe Meadow by John Langstaff 10:30–11 am MF FP

Farm Stand, 1:30–5:30 pm F ™

Save 20% off your purchase throughSeptember 10 when you spend $60 instores and at winterthurstore.com.

8 Crafternoon, “Spoon Rings” 1–3 pm MO $

Winterthur After Hours, 5:30–8 $

9 Family Nature Walk: “In the Meadow” 9–10 am MO MF ™

Director’s Garden Walk: “GardenArchitecture and Water Features”1 pm MF ™

Hands on History Cart, 1–3 pm FP MF

11 Winterthur Institute through September 22


Historical Journeys, 1–2:30 pm. CallAlzheimer’s Association to register800.272.3900.

13 Garden Insider Talk/Walk: “LostTreasure: Winterthur’s Former CuttingGarden,” 11:30 am MF ™


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Garden Family Lectures & Adult Programs Conferences Exhibitions Store/Dining Major Events Membership

FP=Family Programing MF=Members Free MO=Members Only $=Additional charge for program F=Free ™=Wellness/Fitness

Events subject to change. Not all events listed. For a full listing and additional information, please visitwinterthur.org. Unless otherwise noted, please call 800.448.3883 or 302.888.4600 to register for any event.

14 Wellness at Winterthur Gentle Yoga 9 am $ ™

Conservation Clinic, 1–4 pm. Call302.888.4600 to register. F


Save 50% off our popular butterfly scarfat winterthurstore.com throughSeptember 17.

15 Treasures on Trial Documentary Film: F for Fake, 1 pm $



20 Garden Insider Talk/Demo: “TurfEquipment 101,” 11:30 am MF



Story Time in Enchanted Woods,Too Many Carrots by Katy Hudson10:30–11 am MF


Enjoy free shipping when you spend$50 through September 25.

22 Shop our Winding River Trunk Show forstylish reversible jackets in the GalleriesReception Atrium through September 24



27 Garden Insider Walk/Talk: “Ornamentingthe Winterthur Garden,” 11:30 am MF ™




Get free admission for 2 to Winterthurwith a $50 purchase atwinterthurstore.com through October 2

Winterthur Symposium: Treasures onTrial: The Truth and Consequences of FineArt Forgery through September 29 $


Join us for the second annual RUN INSPIRED10k race on the grounds at Winterthur andmake a difference in a child’s life! Thechallenging 10k course (6.2 mile USATFCertified Course) takes runners on pavedpathways that lace and intertwine throughWinterthur’s rolling hills, gardens, and forests.

The RUN INSPIRED event benefits OperationWarm, whose goal is to raise awareness forchild poverty and provide brand-new wintercoats to local children in need.

Each registration fee includes a donation toOperation Warm. Last year, more than 1,600people registered for the inaugural event, and asa result, Operation Warm distributed coats toover 1,600 Delaware children living in poverty.

Join us for a post-race celebration that willfeature live musical entertainment, food trucks,a beer garden, various vendors and exhibitors,and fun games and activities for children.

For details and registration, visitwww.runinspiredraces.com.

We consider butterflies as mobile living works of “garden art.” Join us for a GardenInsider Talk on September 6 to learn more about the butterflies of Winterthur.

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Wellness at Winterthur Gentle YogaSeptember 7, 14, 21 & 28, 9:00 amStrengthen body and spirit in a beautifulgarden setting. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bringyoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle.Classes meet at the Brown Learning Center. Drop-inrate of $10. Members may bring a friend.

Story Time in Enchanted WoodsSeptember 7 and 21, 10:30–11:00 amJoin us for Over in the Meadow by JohnLangstaff on September 7 and Too ManyCarrots by Katy Hudson on September 21 atthe Story Stones in Enchanted Woods.Children ages 3–6. Weather permitting. Membersand children under 2 free. Included with admission.

Farm StandThursdays, July–September1:30–5:30 pmThe SIW Farm Stand outside the Cottagehas locally grown fresh fruits and vegetablesfor sale on Thursdays through the end of thegrowing season. Free admission to shop. Parkbehind the Cottage.

Crafternoon: “Spoon Rings”September 8, 1:00–3:00 pmStart with a spoon, end with a ring. Membersonly. Attendance limited. Registration required. $10per person per session.

SEPTEMBER HighlightsWOW! Wee Ones at WinterthurSeptember 5, 12, 19 & 2610:30–11:30 amThis program for preschoolers uses museumobjects, songs, and other activities to helpchildren develop communication skills whilelearning about numbers, colors, and letters.Meet in Galleries Reception Atrium. Members andchildren under 2 free; nonmembers $5 per child and $5per adult with paying child; additional adults $15.

Estate TourSeptember 6, 13, 20 & 27, 4:30 pmRelax, take in the beautiful vistas, and hearabout the estate history on our popularnarrated tram tour. Last chance until May!Weather permitting. Handicap accessible. Tours are45 minutes. Reservations recommended by 4:00 pm.Members free. $5 upgrade per nonmember.

Garden Insider: A Series of Walks, Talks,and DemonstrationsSeptember 6, 13, 20 & 27 11:30 am–12:30 pmJoin our specialists who share their insightsand expertise about the Winterthur Gardenand estate. Topics this month includebutterflies, Mr. du Pont’s cutting garden, turfequipment, and Winterthur’s gardenornaments. Brown Horticulture Learning Center.Members free. Included with admission.

Winterthur After Hours: Mix, Relax, ExploreOutdoor Music and Winterthur BeerGarden at Clenny Run September 8, 5:30–8:00 pmWinterthur After Hours on select Fridayevenings presents families and adults with anevening opportunity to explore the Galleriesand grounds. Admission is Pay What You Wish.Learn more and reserve tickets online atwinterthur.org/afterhours or call800.448.3883.

Director’s Garden Walk: “GardenArchitecture and Water Features”September 9, 1:00–2:30 pm Join Winterthur’s Director of Garden andEstate Chris Strand on a special walkhighlighting Winterthur’s gardenarchitecture and water features. Members free.Included with admission.

Treasures on Trial Feature Film Series: F for FakeSeptember 15, 1:00 pmOrson Welles’s documentary about fakeryfocuses on: notorious art forger Elmyr deHory; author Clifford Irving, who wrote afake autobiography of Howard Hughes; andWelles’s own career. Scholars, curators, filmbuffs, and critics will lead discussions aftereach film. Copeland Lecture Hall. $10 perMember. $15 per nonmember.

Treasures on Trial: The Truth andConsequences of Fine Art ForgeryA Winterthur SymposiumSeptember 28 & 29Join investigators, prosecutors, defenseattorneys, scientists, and art market expertsand explore the financial, legal, and arthistorical implications of this crime in thefine art world. To learn more and register,visit winterthur.org/fineartforgery.

Historical JourneysSeptember 12, 1:00–2:30 pmIndividuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’sdisease or other forms of dementia areinvited to participate in this interactiveprogram. This month’s tour focuses onapples. Please register by calling the Alzheimer’sAssociation, Delaware Valley Chapter,800.272.3900.

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3 History through Fiction Book Club, TheBillionaire’s Vinegar: The Mystery of theWorld’s Most Expensive Bottle of Wineby Benjamin Wallace, 10 am–12 pm $

WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur10:30–11:30 am FP MF

4 Squeaky Wheels, 10:30–11:30 am FP MF

Garden Insider Walk/Talk: “What AilsYour Trees?” 11:30 am MF ™

5 Wellness at Winterthur Gentle Yoga9 am $ ™

Wellness at Winterthur: “GuidedMeditation,” 10 am MO $ ™

Story Time in Enchanted Woods, Pick aCircle, Gather Squares by Felicia SanzariChernesky, 10:30–11 am FP MF

Conservation Clinic, 1–4 pm. Call302.888.4600 to register. F

6 Mum Sale in Bookstore throughOctober 8.

Winterthur After Hours, 5:30–8 pm $

OCTOBER 2017

Join us on October 18 for a walk through the Pinetum, Winterthur’s century-old“evergreen plantation.”




7 Family Nature Walk: “Autumn Color andFruit,” 9–10 am MO MF ™

Truck and Tractor Day10 am–4 pm FP MF

Stop and shop our museum store retailoutpost at Truck and Tractor Day!


10 Library Exhibition: 1917: The U.S.Enters the Great War on view throughJanuary 7


Historical Journeys, 1–2:30 pm. CallAlzheimer’s Association to register800.272.3900.

11 Garden Insider Walk: “Walking on theWinterthur Estate,” 11:30 am MF ™


Shop the Home Furnishing Salethrough October 15 in the MuseumStore and at winterthurstore.com.

13 Crafternoon, “Scrapbook Houses” 1–3 pm MO $

Treasures on Trial Feature Film Series,To Catch a Thief, 1 pm $


Director’s Garden Walk: “Autumn Color,Flowers, and Fruits,” 1 pm MF ™

15 RunInspired 10k Race, 8 am–2 pm $ ™


Check your mailbox for the 2017Holiday Gift Guide!

18 Garden Insider Walk: “Getting to Knowthe Pinetum,” 11:30 am MF ™


Story Time in Enchanted Woods, LeafMan by Lois Ehlert, 10:30–11 am FP MF

Royal Splendor Members Preview Party5:30–7:00 pm MO $

The Royal Splendor shop is now open atwinterthurstore.com.

20 Don’t miss the Royal Splendor shop inGalleries Reception Atrium throughOctober 22.



25 Garden Insider Walk/Talk: “Into theWorld of Land Art,” 11:30 am MF ™


Spend $60 at winterthurstore.comthrough October 30 and earn freeshipping.

27 Winterthur Conference: CreatingBrilliance: A 21st-Century Look at 19th-Century Lightingthrough October 28 $



Welcome autumn at Winterthur. Kids willhave a blast at this fun family event, wherethey can:

• climb on and explore more than 30 farmvehicles and trucks;

• play “dress up” with firefighter gear andhelmets and put out a “fire” with thepumper truck, and;

• take a hayride, climb a tree with the helpof our arborists, milk a mechanical cow,do arts and crafts in the Brown LearningCenter, and more!

Proceeds support the Winterthur Fire Department.Members free. Included with admission. Rain-or-shine event. Visit winterthur.org/truckandtractorday.

Truck and Tractor for Adults: Winterthur After Hours

Friday, October 6 • 5:30–8:00 pmJoin us for an outdoor evening of music,wine, and beer among the tractors! Learnabout the historic glasshouses, farmequipment, and the history of horticultureand agriculture on the estate. Get a sneakpreview of Truck and Tractor Day. Music byThe Joe Hillman Band.

Pay What You Wish evening. Details at winterthur.org.

Hop On For Big-Wheel Fun!Saturday, October 7 • 10 am–4 pm

TRUCK &TRACTOR DAY

Photo by Jeannette Lindvig


Garden Insider: A Series of Walks, Talks,and DemonstrationsOctober 4, 11, 18 & 25, 11:30 amOur specialists share their insights andexpertise about the Winterthur Garden andestate. Topics this month include treeailments, walking the estate, the Pinetum,and nature as an art subject. BrownHorticulture Learning Center. Members free. Includedwith admission.

Guided MeditationOctober 5, 10:00 amMeditation sessions will use imagery,visualizations, mindfulness of body andbreath, and the environment of Winterthurto guide you in settling your mind andopening your heart. Classes meet at the BrownHorticulture Learning Center. Register by calling800.448.3883. $10 per class. Members only.

Story Time in Enchanted WoodsOctober 5 & 19, 10:30–11:00 amJoin us for Pick a Circle, Gather Squares byFelicia Sanzari Chernesky on October 5 andLeaf Man by Lois Ehlert on October 19 atthe Story Stones in Enchanted Woods.Children ages 3–6. Weather permitting. Membersand children under 2 free. Included with admission.

OCTOBER HighlightsHistory through Fiction Book ClubOctober 3, 10:00 am–12:00 pmDuring this 3-month series, we will discussclassic and new works (both fiction andnonfiction) that illuminate American life andexamine relevant objects from theWinterthur collection. Registration required bySeptember 22. Entire 3-month series: $30 perMember; $40 per nonmember.

WOW! Wee Ones at WinterthurOctober 3, 10, 17, 24 & 3110:30–11:30 amFun and finger play inspired by the changingseasons await preschoolers this month. Meetin Galleries Reception Atrium. Members and childrenunder 2 free; nonmembers $5 per child and $5 peradult with paying child; additional adults $15.

Winterthur After Hours: Truck andTractor for Adults–A Preview and TourOutdoor Music and Beer GardenOctober 6, 5:30–8:00 pmJoin us for an evening of music and cocktailsamong the tractors! Get a sneak preview ofour family-friendly Truck and Tractor Dayevent. Music by The Joe Hillman Band.Learn more and reserve tickets atwinterthur.org/afterhours or call302.888.4600. Admission is Pay What You Wish.

Family Nature Walk: “Autumn Color and Fruit”October 7, 9:00–10:00 amBring the kids to explore the WinterthurGarden with our horticulture staff anddiscover the wonders of nature. Our pathbegins at the Brown Horticulture LearningCenter and will end in Enchanted Woods,where kids can experience unstructuredimaginative play at your leisure. Members only.Members free.

Crafternoon: “Scrapbook Houses” October 13, 1:00–3:00 pmCreate imaginative interiors in the traditionof nineteenth-century scrapbookhouses! Members only. Attendancelimited. Registration required. $10 perperson per session.

Treasures on TrialFilm Series: To Catch a ThiefOctober 13, 1:00 pmIn this Alfred Hitchcock classic, a reformed jewel thief is suspected ofreturning to his formeroccupation, and he mustferret out the real thief to prove his innocence.Scholars, curators, film buffs,and critics will lead discussionsafter each film. CopelandLecture Hall. $10 perMember. $15 pernonmember.

Director’s Garden Walk: “Autumn Color,Flowers, and Fruits”October 14, 1:00–2:30 pm Join Winterthur Director of Garden andEstate Chris Strand on a special walkhighlighting color in the autumn gardenand landscape, including Winterthur’sflowering and fruit-bearing plants. Membersfree. Included with admission.

Royal Splendor Members Preview PartyOctober 19, 5:30–7:00 pmGet an exclusive, first look at Royal Splendor:The Coronation Gown from The Crown. Savorthe spectacular replica gown featured on theNetflix series The Crown, a dramatizedhistory of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.Complimentary light fare, beer, and specialtycocktail, and exclusive early shopping at ourRoyal Splendor shop, open in the GalleriesReception Atrium through October 22.Members only. $25 per Member. Benefactor-level-and-above Members, complimentary.

Creating Brilliance: A 21st-Century Look at 19th-Century LightingA Winterthur ConferenceOctober 27–28, 2017Join lighting specialists and enthusiasts,curators, and students for a programfocused on material and social histories of

artificial light in North Americaninteriors. For details and registration call800.448.3883 or visitwinterthur.org/creatingbrilliance.

Hands on History CartSaturdays through January 6, 20181:00–3:00 pm In celebration of Treasures on Trial: The Artand Science of Detecting Fakes, now on view in

the Galleries, we invite you to put yourselfin the shoes of museum curators as youattempt to determine whether two chairs arereal or reproductions. Members free. Included with admission.

Glass oil lamp, New England, 1830–45. Bequest ofHenry Francis du Pont 1964.1128.1

Photo by Bob Leitch

Did You Know?The Winterthur Galleries opened 25 years ago in October 1992.


1 Winterthur 101 Lecture: “Embroidery:the Language of Art,” 6 pm MO MF


Pages of Time Book Club, 6–8 pm $

3 Members Double Discount Days throughNovember 5

4 Treasures Revealed Appraisal Day9:30 am–1 pm $


Girl Scout Program: Treemendous Trees1–4 pm. Call to register, 800.341.4007.

Lecture: “CollectingClassics: HenryFrancis du Pont’sPursuit of New EnglandMasterpieces” 2 pm $

NOVEMBER 2017




7 History through Fiction Book Club Ghostland by Colin Dickey 10 am–12 pm $


Royal Splendor Evening Lecture: “TheRoyal School of Needlework’s Role inthe British Coronations of the 20thCentury,” 6 pm $

8 Royal Splendor Lecture: “History of theRoyal School of Needlework” 12:15 pm MF


Just in time for Thanksgiving, buy aGiving Plate at winterthurstore.com.

10 Delaware Antiques Show throughNovember 12 $

Crafternoon, “Cookie Cutter Candles” 1–3 pm MO $

Winterthur After Hours, 5:30–8:00 pm $

11 Family Nature Walk, “Bark, Cones and Evergreens,” 9–10 am MO MF ™


Director’s Garden Walk: “Late Fall Colorin the Garden,” 1 pm MF ™


Historical Journeys, 1–2:30 pm. CallAlzheimer’s Association to register,800.272.3900.

16 Conservation Clinic, 1–4 pm. Call302.888.4600 to register. F

Take a gift to your hostess this holidayseason. Shop Winterthur food selectionsat winterthurstore.com.

17 Shop for gifts-to-go, food, and relateditems for your holidays in the GalleriesReception Atrium.

Treasures on Trial Film Series The Thomas Crown Affair, 1 pm $

18 Yuletide at Winterthur opens todaythrough January 7 MF


19 Member Appreciation Lecture:“Christmas with the First Ladies” 1 pm MO MF

21 WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur 10:30–11:30 am FP MF

22 Black Friday savings: 20% off atwinterthurstore.com through Nov 26.

Yuletide Jazz & Wine, featuring CartoonChristmas Trio, 6–8:30 pm MF


27 It’s Cyber Monday! Enjoy free shipping,no minimum at winterthurstore.com.

28 WOW! Wee Ones at Winterthur 10:30–11:30 am FP MF

29 Treasures on Trial Lecture: “The Art ofthe Con,” 6 pm $

Yuletide Jazz & Wine, featuring TonySmith Trio, 6–8:30 pm MF


Did you know that the Royal School of Needlework worked on the coronation regaliafor all four British monarchs of the 20th century? Don’t miss our two Royal Splendorlectures on November 7 and 8 to learn more.

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TREASURES REVEALEDNovember 4, 9:30 am–1:00 pm

Find out what your family heirloom piece oreBay discovery is worth in today’s market!Bring your antiques and fine art treasures forexpert valuations from FREEMAN’Sinternational team of auction specialists.

Specialists will valuate up to two items perperson and provide verbal auction estimates.

Specialties include fine art, silver, jewelry, rarebooks, decorative arts, and furniture from Asia,America, United Kingdom, and Europe.

Members $25 per item; nonmembers $50 peritem. Limit 2 items. Tickets are timed and areonly valid during the time printed on theticket. Reservations are required. Restrictionsmay apply. Includes admission to Galleriesand garden.

For tickets and details, please call800.448.3883 or visitwinterthur.org/treasuresrevealed.

Detail of photo of replica coronation dresscreated for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. AngelsCostumes. London, Eng., 2012. Photo courtesyAlex Bailey, The Crown, Netflix


Lecture: “Collecting Classics: HenryFrancis du Pont’s Pursuit of NewEngland Masterpieces”November 4, 2:00 pmEnjoy a special lecture with Brock Jobe,professor emeritus at Winterthur, as heexplores five New England landmarks fromthis splendid collection and the diverse pathsthat brought them to Winterthur. CopelandLecture Hall. $10 per Member. $15 per nonmember.

Royal Splendor Lecture: “The RoyalSchool of Needlework’s Role in BritishCoronations of the 20th Century”November 7, 6:00 pmJoin us for this fully illustrated lecture with Dr. Susan Kay-Williams, chief executive andcurator of the Royal School of Needlework(RSN), which was founded in 1872 andworked on coronation regalia for all fourBritish monarchs of the 20th century. CopelandLecture Hall. $10 per Member. $15 per nonmember.

Royal Splendor Lecture: “The RoyalSchool of Needlework: Keeping HandEmbroidery Alive”November 8, 12:15 pmThe Royal School of Needlework (RSN) wasfounded in 1872 to keep the art of handembroidery alive and to offer suitableoccupation to ladies who would otherwise bedestitute. Dr. Susan Kay-Williams, chiefexecutive, RSN, will explore objects from itscollection and show the wide range of workproduced by its students today. Rotunda.Members free. Included with admission.

NOVEMBER HighlightsWinterthur 101 Lecture: “Embroidery:the Language of Art”November 1, 6:00 pmJoin John L. and Marjorie P. McGrawDirector of Collections and Senior Curatorof Textiles Linda Eaton to learn aboutH. F. du Pont’s love of needlework; theextensive Winterthur needleworkcollection; and the embroidery style in thecoronation gown featured in our RoyalSplendor exhibit. Members only. Members free.

Wellness at Winterthur Gentle YogaNovember 2, 9, 16 & 30, 9:00 amStrengthen body and spirit in a beautifulgarden setting. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bringyoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle.Classes meet at the Brown Learning Center. Drop-inrate of $10. Members may bring a friend.

Pages of Time Book ClubNovember 2, 6:00–8:00 pmGirls in 4th through 6th grade and theirmoms, aunts, or grandmas are invited to joinus for this fabulous 7-month series. Eachmonth we’ll discuss a different historicalfiction book set in a time period representedby the Winterthur collection. A craft andsnack inspired by the book will round out thenight. Registration required by October 15. Entire 7-month series: $70 per Member; $85 per nonmember.

Crafternoon: “Cookie Cutter Candles” November 10, 1:00–3:00 pmMake your own festive candles for use asholiday centerpieces or gifts. Registrationrequired. $10 per person per session. Attendance limited.

Winterthur After Hours:Mix, Relax, ExploreLive Music and Winterthur Beer GardenNovember 10, 5:30–8:00 pmEnjoy live music, a beer garden, and agallery talk on Royal Splendor: The CoronationGown from The Crown. Admission is Pay WhatYou Wish. Details and tickets atwinterthur.org/afterhoursor 800.448.3883.

54th Annual Delaware Antiques ShowNovember 10–12, 2017Explore a treasure trove of art, antiques, anddesign. More than 60 distinguished dealerswill offer a spectacular selection of Americanantiques and decorative arts. The OpeningNight Party on November 9 offers anexclusive opportunity for early shopping.Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington,Delaware. $13 per Member. $15 per nonmember.Children under 12 free. Tickets valid for all days of the show.

Director’s Garden Walk: “Late Fall Colorin the Garden”November 11, 1:00–2:30 pmJoin Winterthur’s Director of Garden andEstate Chris Strand on a special walkhighlighting late fall color in the WinterthurGarden. Members free. Included with admission.

Treasures on Trial Feature Film Series: The Thomas Crown AffairNovember 17, 1:00 pmIn this Norman Jewison film, a debonairbank executive believes he has pulled off theperfect multimillion dollar heist, only tomatch wits with a sexy insurance investigator.Scholars, curators, film buffs, and critics willlead discussions after each film. CopelandLecture Hall. $10 per Member. $15 per nonmember.

Detail from the book cover Christmas with the First Ladies: The White House Decorating Tradition fromJacqueline Kennedy to Michelle Obama by Coleen Christian Burke

Member Appreciation Lecture:“Christmas with the First Ladies”November 19, 1:00 pmGet an inside peek at the holiday magic thathappens at the White House! Esteemedinterior decorator Coleen Christian Burke,author of Christmas with the First Ladies: TheWhite House Decorating Tradition fromJacqueline Kennedy to Michelle Obama, joins usfor this lavishly illustrated lecture on thehistory of decorating the White House forthe holidays. Members only. Members free.Members may bring up to two guests, $10 per guest.

Yuletide Jazz & Wine SeriesNovember 22 & 29 December 6, 13 & 20, 6:00–8:30 pmKick off the Yuletide season with our annualjazz series. Cash wine and beer bar; fruit and cheesefor purchase. Members free. Included with YuletideTour ticket. For nonmembers not purchasing a Yuletideticket, admission is $15 and include live jazz and entryto the Galleries and exhibits. For a list of performersvisit winterthur.org/yuletide.

Treasures on Trial Evening Lecture: “The Art of the Con” November 29, 6:00 pmThe Art of the Con by Anthony M. Amoreuncovers history’s most notorious but untoldcons. Amore is an expert in security mattersand head of security and chief investigatorat the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum inBoston. He is the co-author of StealingRembrandts, which was a Wall Street JournalTrue Crime Best Seller. Copeland Lecture Hall.$10 per Member. $15 per nonmember.

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Meticulous record-keeper H. F. du Pontdocumented every work of art he purchased.Unfortunately, he recorded most of his 515fireplace tiles as simply, “tile,” renderingresearch into the tiles’ provenanceparticularly challenging. Postgraduateconservation fellow Madeline Hagerman is inthe midst of a two-year project studying andtreating them. Currently only one set of tilescan definitively be traced—a set of 34 Dutchsea monster tiles du Pont purchased for $68from New York art dealer Edwin Jackson in1940 for the New York Bedroom fireplace.During 1960s renovations, the New YorkBedroom was de-installed and replaced withthe Newport and Gidley Rooms. The tileswere removed and placed in storage, wherethey remained until 2016, when Hagermantreated the tile (right, top). The surface wascovered in tape and sticker residue, ingraineddirt, and areas of discolored restorationmaterials in the corners. Post-conservation(right, bottom), the tile more closely resemblesits intended appearance.

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GO TO YOUR ROOM! INTERIORDESIGN AND YOUTHFUL IMAGINATIONOpens September 9 in the GalleriesView material from the library focused onthe history of one of the most creativerooms in the home—the children’sbedroom. By the late 1800s, nurseries andchildren’s bedrooms evolved from spare

Winterthur has joined with the Partnershipfor the Delaware Estuary in their mission toimprove the tidal Delaware River and Bay.This summer the Partnership began usingtwo Winterthur ponds as nurseries to raisethousands of freshwater mussels. Did youknow that freshwater mussels are “filter-feeders,” providing valuable “ecosystemservices” as they clean the streams and riversin which they live? Sadly, their numbers havebeen dwindling in North America. In aneffort to reverse that trend, the Partnershipwill monitor our baby mussels to determinebest practices for rearing them. In 2018, theywill tag the juvenile mussels, place them inadditional Delaware streams, and monitortheir growth and the quality of the water.

Millions of gallons of water flow through theWinterthur property each day. Winterthur isexcited about this collaboration and iscommitted to helping produce clearer andcleaner water on the estate, in theBrandywine watershed, and as it leaves toflow into the Delaware River. Learn moreabout the important work of the Partnershipat www.delawareestuary.org.

In the Garden Upcoming EventsYULETIDE AT WINTERTHURNovember 18, 2017–January 7, 2018Be inspired by visions of holidays past anddelight in the beautifully decorated trees asyou tour H. F. du Pont’s home dressed inholiday style! Kids of all ages will delight inour 18-room dollhouse mansion—decoratedfor Christmas and exquisitely furnished withnearly 1,000 intricate miniatures!

LIVE PERFORMANCE OF A CHRISTMAS CAROLDecember 6, 1:00 pm & December 7, 1:00 and 6:00 pm A must-see event of the season! Don’t missGerald Charles Dickens, the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens, as he depicts26 characters from the classic tale. CopelandLecture Hall. Performance only tickets: $15 perMember; $18 per nonmember; and $10 for childrenunder 12. Package price (performance and generaladmission): $30 per nonmember; $15 per child.Tickets on sale September 1.

SPECIAL CHARLES DICKENS READINGDecember 6, 6:00 pmGerald Charles Dickens, performs a readingof two stories by Charles Dickens: DoctorMarigold and The Signalman. 45-minuteperformances with a 20-minute intermission.$10 per Member. $15 per nonmember. Notrecommended for children under 12.

HOLIDAY BRUNCH WITH DICKENSDecember 7, 10:30 am–12:30 pmGerald Charles Dickens joins us for brunch!To reserve, please call 302.888.4826 or [email protected]. $29.95 per adult. Membersreceive 10% off.

YULETIDE BRUNCH WITH SANTADecember 16, 17 & 23 9:00 am–1:00 pmEnjoy a tasty brunch and a visit with Santa.To reserve, please call 302.888.4826 or [email protected]. $35.95 per adult. Membersreceive 10% off. Children under 12, 50% off. Freefor children under 2.

TRAM TOURSSee what’s in bloom and learn Winterthurhistory on a 20-minute Narrated Tram Tourthat runs daily 10:00 am–4:00 pm. Or take aleisurely ride at 12 noon daily (now throughOctober) on our 45-minute Scenic RouteTour that takes you well beyond HenryFrancis du Pont’s former home and 60-acregarden. Learn more at winterthur.org.

Winterthur Library is open to Members and the public free ofcharge. First-time visitors are asked to bring a currentgovernment-issued ID and complete a reader registration format the Security Desk before entering the library.

spaces furnished with pieces that had beenbanished from other rooms intocomfortable sanctuaries designed toencourage sweet dreams, imaginative play,and perhaps even an appreciation for art.With a new understanding of childhood asformative to personality, parents werebeing encouraged to surround theirchildren with art and to create domesticspaces that reflected their individuality.The evolution of this movement and itsdivergent interpretations are documentedin materials from the library, such as theadvice manuals, magazines, tradecatalogues, and craft activities on display.

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Visiting WinterthurADMISSIONGeneral admission includes the Galleries,garden, and Introductory Tour. Visitwinterthur.org/admission for admissionpackages. Group rates available.

MUSEUM & GARDEN HOURSTuesday–Sunday, 10 am–5:00 pm, with thelast house tour tickets sold at 3:15 pm.

MUSEUM STORE HOURSTuesday–Sunday, 10 am–5:00 pmVisit the Museum Store and Bookstore,where you’ll find a wide selection ofunique items. Members receive a 10%discount on purchases. Shop online atwinterthurstore.com.

LIBRARY HOURSMonday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pmSecond Saturdays, 9:00 am–1:00 pm

Winterthur is located on Route 52, six miles north ofWilmington, Delaware. For details, reservations, andevents, call 800.448.3883 or 302.888.4600 or visitwinterthur.org.

INTRODUCTORY TOURSee a beautiful array of rooms in thehouse. Members free. Included withgeneral admission.

TIME TRAVELER’S TOURThis introductory tour option is designed forfamilies with children ages 4–11 (throughOctober 19, 2017).

DISCOVERY TOURS

AMERICAN INTERIORSExplore the lives of families of long agothrough the objects they owned (October 31, 2017–January 7, 2018).

FASHIONABLE FURNISHINGSDiscover the heights of early Americancraftsmanship in stylish furnishings datingfrom three centuries (through October 29, 2017).

ANTIQUES & ARCHITECTUREView American furnishings from the 1600sto the 1800s in inviting rooms designed byH. F. du Pont (through January 7, 2018).

DISTINCTIVE COLLECTIONSExplore global influences on Americanartisans and goods (through October 29, 2017).

TWO-HOUR TOURSWINTERTHUR, THEN AND NOWLearn about du Pont family life, theircollection, and the evolution of Winterthur(through October 29).

CONSERVATION TOURTour our world-famous laboratories, whereworks of art and antiquity are examined,studied, and cared for by experts. Offeredfirst Wednesday of the month.

In the GalleriesMembers free. Included with general admission.

TREASURES ON TRIAL: THE ART ANDSCIENCE OF DETECTING FAKESThrough January 7, 2018This fun and captivating exhibition looks atforgeries and counterfeit objects of alltypes—from art to wine to fashion. Discoverhow experts answer the question, “Is it realor is it fake?” Join us for guided gallery walksevery Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 am and1:00 and 2:00 pm. Learn more atwinterthur.org/treasuresontrial.

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Discover our museum and gardenblogs at museumblog.winterthur.organd gardenblog.winterthur.org.

Enjoy these tours offered this season. Reservations recommended for Introductory Tourand required for all other tours. Call 800.448.3883 for availability, details, andreservations. Two-hour tours and customized private tours require two-week advancereservations. Availability subject to change.

Inside the HouseVirtually WinterthurAccess more than 90,000 objects from

Winterthur’s beautiful museum collectiononline. Images and objects are addedregularly, so continue to check the site

museumcollection.winterthur.org.

COLLECTING FOR THE FUTURE:RECENT ADDITIONS TO THEWINTERTHUR COLLECTIONMay 9, 2017–January 7, 2018See more than twenty objects acquired bythe museum in the past six years, many ondisplay for the first time. This exhibithighlights the breadth of Winterthur’sdecorative arts collection and featurestextiles, ceramics, metals, paintings, andfurniture made between 1700 and 1975.

NEW! ROYAL SPLENDOR: THECORONATION GOWN FROM THE CROWN October 20, 2017–January 7, 2018Our inaugural Eye on the Iconic exhibit featuresthe coronation gown from the Netflix seriesThe Crown, a dramatized history of the reignof Queen Elizabeth II. This iconic dress wascreated for Queen Elizabeth II’s DiamondJubilee celebration. Learn more atwinterthur.org/eyeontheiconic.

Painting in the style of Mark Rothko, Pei-Shen Qian, courtesy of Luke Nikas. Quilt, possibly made byMyranda Codner Patterson (1808–1881), possibly Ohio, early 1800s. Museum purchase with funds providedby the Henry Francis du Pont Collectors Circle 2016.17

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