A GREAT, WEEKEND GETAWAY DESTINATION
Brandywine Valley
The Brandywine is nestled amidst the rolling hills of southern Chester County, PA, where the Battle of Brandywine was fought and northern New Castle County, DE where the paper was milled for the Declaration of Independence and America's first currency. Here is where the duPonts made their fortunes and built their mansions and where three generations of Wyeths have lived and painted the landscapes and people of Chadds Ford, PA.
The Brandywine Valley is home to Longwood Gardens, a world-famous, year-round horticultural destination; Winterthur, An American country estate; the Nemours Mansion, Hagley Museum and the Brandywine River Museum which houses the largest collection of Wyeth paintings and illustrations. The area is known for its art, culture, antiques, restaurants and hospitality.
When to Visit: The area is particularly beautiful in the spring and fall. Arts festivals, the Battle of Brandywine re-enactment, and Chadds Ford colonial days take place in September. Click to TheBrandywine.com for a complete calendar of events and guide to the area. | 
