Enchanting. Storied. Elegant. Intimate. These are just a few words to describe the most idyllic of wedding venues, Winterthur Museum and Gardens. Located in the Brandywine Valley in Winterthur, DE, this venue is less than an hour’s drive from Philadelphia, or only 2-3 hours from most major East Coast cities, making it an accessible destination for guests while still allowing you the feeling of transporting into another world filled with enchanting scenery and gardens. Ally and Mark chose Winterthur for their May 31st wedding, and it could not have been more perfect!
Wedding Photos at Winterthur
Almost 1,000 acres of rolling meadows and greenery, as well as a historic mansion in pristine condition, gave them the grounds for the fairytale wedding of their dreams. And, guys, it was a literal fairytale.
Besides making this a photographer’s dream come true, Winterthur served as an extraordinary backdrop for photo memories that they will be able to cherish for a lifetime. It was the perfect setting to begin their story together as Mr. and Mrs.
History of Winterthur Museum and Gardens
The estate is the former home of the famous Du Pont family of Delaware, and the grounds are rich with the kind of beauty that can only be found in a property that has endured for generations. Named after the original owner and founder’s ancestral home in Winterthur, Switzerland, the property is home to a stunning Greek Revival-turned-French-style manor and museum built in the early 1840s and is now part of the US National Register of Historic Places.
Planning Your Wedding at Winterthur
A venue steeped in history and overflowing with character, Winterthur offers first-rate service to couples seeking the perfect spot to tie the knot. At Winterthur, Ally and Mark hosted the party of their lives with the people they love the most. The stunning courtyard where the wedding ceremony took place felt secluded yet grand. With lush greenery surrounding them from every angle and bountiful space for all their friends and family to witness it, Ally and Mark took center stage in the first chapter of their happily ever after.
Wedding Vendors at Winterthur Weddings & Events
From the sunset cocktail hour overlooking the reflecting pond to the checkerboard dance floor set aglow by warm candlelight, every moment of this day was illuminated with beauty.
Jillian from Glossed by Jillian worked her magic and gave Ally the most elegant updo for her gorgeous wedding hair. Events by Gillian and Co. had the day running to perfection with their first-class event planning and coordinating, and A Floral Affair PA curated the most exquisite flower arrangements in a bright display of early summer floral radiance.
Wedding Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, & Reception
With the expansive grounds on Winterthur’s property, couples can choose to hold their ceremonies in one of several locations. Ally and Mark held their ceremony in the Sundial Garden, cocktail hour at the Reflecting Pool, and reception on the Visitors Center Patio. With both indoor and outdoor spaces available, there are options for any season or vision you may have in mind.
The location has 4.8 stars on The Knot and has won the Best of Weddings award for multiple years running. With a starting price of $19,300 and a 300+ guest capacity, get ready to plan the most important day of your life at Winterthur, a setting where elegance meets tranquility like no other.
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