N.C. Wyeth House & Studio: A Glimpse into Artistic Heritage
Step into the world of N.C. Wyeth at his Chadds Ford home and studio, a National Historic Landmark and testament to American illustration.
Visit the home and studio of N.C. Wyeth, the patriarch of a family of extraordinary artists, in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. Explore the rooms where he created iconic illustrations for classic books like Treasure Island, and see the props and furnishings that inspired his work.
A brief summary to The N.C. Wyeth House & Studio
- Unnamed Road, Chadds Ford, PA, 19317, US
- Visit website
Local tips
- Purchase tickets in advance, especially during peak season, as tours often sell out.
- Arrive at the Brandywine Museum of Art at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to allow time for check-in and boarding the shuttle.
- Note that children under 6 are not permitted on the tour.
Getting There
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Shuttle
The N.C. Wyeth House & Studio is accessible only via a shuttle that departs from the Brandywine Museum of Art. Upon arrival at the museum, check in at the admissions desk at least 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. The shuttle ride is approximately 5 minutes. A tour of the N.C. Wyeth House & Studio is included with the purchase of a general admission ticket to the Brandywine Museum of Art. General admission is $25 for adults, $22 for seniors (65+), $18 for students with ID and children ages 6-18.
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Public Transport
From Brandywine Creek State Park, you can take the DART First State bus route 10 towards Wilmington. Ride for about 20 minutes until you reach the Chadds Ford bus stop. From there, it's approximately a 1-mile walk to the Brandywine Museum of Art, where you can catch the shuttle to the N.C. Wyeth House & Studio. A single ride on DART First State is $2.
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