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Brandywine Conservancy: Art and Conservation in Harmony

Explore American art and stunning landscapes at the Brandywine Conservancy, where art and nature intertwine in the historic Brandywine Valley.

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The Brandywine Conservancy, located in Chadds Ford, PA, protects the Brandywine-Christina watershed and is home to the Brandywine Museum of Art. The museum is renowned for its collection of American art, particularly works by the Wyeth family, and its beautiful natural setting.

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Local tips

  • Visit on the first Sunday of the month (February through November) for free admission, courtesy of PECO.
  • Explore the Conservancy's campus trails for free, offering scenic views of the Brandywine River and surrounding landscapes.
  • Check the museum's website for upcoming events, including tours, talks, and family programs.
  • Active-duty military personnel receive free admission year-round, and veterans receive a discount on adult admission.
  • Consider becoming a member for free admission, discounts, and access to special events.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    From US-1, turn onto Hoffman's Mill Road, following signs for the Brandywine Museum of Art. The museum is a short distance from the intersection. Parking is free at the Brandywine Museum of Art. Follow the signs to the designated parking areas.

  • Walking

    The Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art trails can be accessed from the Brandywine Museum of Art parking lot and the Chadds Ford Township municipal building. From the parking lot, follow the signs for the River Trail or other campus trails. The trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset.

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The Brandywine Conservancy is a unique organization that combines art and environmental conservation in the historic Brandywine Valley. Founded in 1967 to protect the region from industrial development, the Conservancy safeguards the Brandywine-Christina watershed's natural, cultural, and water resources. In 1971, the Conservancy opened the Brandywine River Museum of Art in a renovated 1864 gristmill, Hoffman's Mill. The Brandywine Museum of Art boasts an international reputation for its collection of American art, with a primary emphasis on art of the Brandywine region. Visitors can explore works by the Wyeth family (N.C., Andrew, and Jamie), American illustration, still life, and landscape painting. The museum's collection includes works by Howard Pyle and his students, as well as landscape, still life, and portrait paintings by artists such as Benjamin West and William Trost Richards. Surrounding the museum are native plant gardens that reflect the Conservancy's commitment to preservation. Visitors can stroll along the Brandywine River and explore the Conservancy's trails, which wind through meadows, woodlands, and wetlands. The Brandywine campus offers five distinct trails, open from sunrise to sunset, with varying lengths and difficulty levels. The museum hosts a variety of exhibitions throughout the year. Current exhibitions include "This Earthen Door: Nature as Muse and Material" and "Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth". The Conservancy also offers educational programs and events for all ages.

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