Week of Events
Monday, October 5, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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October 6, 2026Wellness Yoga
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October 6, 2026Member Bloom Report Guided Garden Walk
Wellness Yoga
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location […]
Member Bloom Report Guided Garden Walk
Exclusively for Members! Discover the beauty of the early fall garden on a walking tour led by Collin Hadsell, lead horticulturist. See what’s in bloom and explore unseen or off-the-beaten-path areas of the garden. Members free. Reservations required; limited to 50 participants. Walks leave promptly from the Visitor Center unless otherwise noted. In case of […]
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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October 7, 2026Birding Walk
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October 7, 2026Garden & Estate Insider: Structural Pruning Demo
Birding Walk
Join us to explore some of the hotspots for birds at Winterthur, including wetlands, meadows, and the woodlands along Clenny Run. Observe resident birds as well as migrating raptors, warblers, and sparrows. For beginning or experienced bird watchers. Bring your binoculars. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. $20; $10 for […]
Garden & Estate Insider: Structural Pruning Demo
Allison Edmonds, arborist, will demonstrate structural pruning, provide tips, and answer your pruning questions. Included with admission. Members free. Register now. Join our staff and invited experts as they share insights and information about Winterthur’s history, horticulture, or habitats. Activities may include a walk, talk, or demonstration and take place every Wednesday, April–October.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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October 8, 2026Wellness Yoga
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October 8, 2026Story Time in Enchanted Woods
Wellness Yoga
Activate your internal energy and strengthen your body and spirit as you practice slow, easy motions to get into the rhythm of nature. Led by Beth Sheehy. Bring a yoga mat, small towel, and a water bottle. Wear layers appropriate to the season. Drop-in classes; held in the garden, weather permitting. In inclement weather, location […]
Story Time in Enchanted Woods
Share the joy of reading while cultivating children’s interest in and appreciation for nature. Kids ages 3–6 sit among the Story Stones to hear nature-based stories. Plus, enjoy a special activity on the first Thursday of every month. Included with admission. Free for children under 2. Members free. Story Time starts promptly at scheduled time and […]
Friday, October 9, 2026
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October 9, 2026Shakespeare, Poe, and Fiends
Shakespeare, Poe, and Fiends
Join Delaware Shakespeare for thrilling selections of scenes, prose, and poetry from William Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and others, with musical selections interspersed, ending with a dramatic reading of Poe’s “The Raven.” $28–$32; $27–$29 for Members; $10–$12 for children 12 and under; $8–$10 for Member children 12 and under. Includes general admission. Ticket includes general […]
Saturday, October 10, 2026
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October 10, 2026DelaWild
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October 10, 2026Director’s Garden & Estate Walk: Autumn Color, Flowers, and Fruits
DelaWild
Enjoy a day of fun, action, and education. Activities include nature walks, talks, demonstrations, a native plant sale, and much more. Register early for the add-on lecture, “Insect Apocalypse, Bird Declines, and Stream Health” by John Jackson of Stroud Water Research Center. Included with admission. Members free. Presented by Delaware Master Naturalists. Register now. Photo by […]
Director’s Garden & Estate Walk: Autumn Color, Flowers, and Fruits
Join Chris Strand, director of Winterthur, on a special walk highlighting interesting and seldom seen parts of the landscape. Come prepared for a long walk and be sure to dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. Included with admission. Members free but registration is required. Please note walk capacity is limited. Meet at the […]
Sunday, October 11, 2026
No events on this day.
The weather can affect any outdoor events. Please check ahead if the weather looks questionable.