Brandywine Museum of Art: A Valley of Inspiration
Discover American art in a historic gristmill setting, featuring the iconic works of the Wyeth family and the beauty of the Brandywine Valley.
Nestled in a renovated 19th-century gristmill on the banks of the Brandywine Creek in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, the Brandywine Museum of Art showcases American art with a focus on the Brandywine Valley, including landscape paintings, still life, and illustration. It is renowned for its extensive collection of works by the Wyeth family—N.C., Andrew, and Jamie—and the Brandywine School, offering visitors a unique glimpse into their artistic legacy and the region that inspired them.
A brief summary to Brandywine Museum of Art
- 1 Hoffmans Mill Rd, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, 19317, US
- +1610-388-2700
- Visit website
- Monday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-4:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit on the first Sunday of the month (February through November) for free admission, courtesy of PECO.
- Explore the surrounding gardens and take a walk along the Brandywine Creek to fully appreciate the landscape that inspired many of the artists.
- Check the museum's website for upcoming events, tours, and special exhibitions to enhance your visit.
- Consider visiting the N.C. Wyeth House & Studio and the Andrew Wyeth Studio for a deeper dive into the Wyeth family's artistic process (separate tickets required).
Getting There
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Driving
The Brandywine Museum of Art is located on U.S. Route 1 in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. From Wilmington, take Route 52 North to U.S. Route 1 North. The museum will be on the right before the Route 100 intersection. Parking is free in the museum's lot. Accessible parking is available on the far right side of the parking lot alongside the river.
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Public Transport
While there is no direct public transportation to the Brandywine Museum of Art, you can take SEPTA's Wilmington/Newark Line to the Wilmington Station and then take a taxi or ride-sharing service to the museum. The estimated cost for a taxi or ride-sharing service from the Wilmington Station to the museum is approximately $40-$50.
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