Wilmington Guide de voyage

Wilmington’s place as the largest city in Delaware means the city is home to many cultural attractions and museums. One of the most popular of those museums is the Delaware Art Museum. The permanent collection houses over 12,000 pieces of art, with a focus on American art. The museum also holds studio art classes and seminars for anyone interested in learning more about art. Rotating exhibitions are also available at scheduled times.  « masquer

The Delaware Museum of Natural History has a number of exhibits and is also dedicated to researching and preserving natural history. The exhibits include dinosaur skeletons, exotic birds, shells from around the world, and the chance to learn about the natural history of the world. Inquisitive kids and adults alike will enjoy viewing the exhibitions and then discussing them with each other. The museum also plays host so special events and exhibits.  « masquer

The Delaware Sports Museum & Hall of Fame is a must for sports lovers from all over the U.S. The museum features exhibits about coaches, players, and other athletic professionals who have contributed to sports history. The hall of fame portion of this attraction features information about the inductees into the Delaware Sports Museum & Hall of Fame. These inductees include NFL football players, MLB baseball players, and other athletes. You can use computers located on-site to look up information about each of these hall of fame members. The museum and hall of fame also host guides tours for school children, large families, and other groups.  « masquer

Greenbank Mill is the perfect opportunity to step back in time and experience what life was like in the past. The mill consists of a gristmill and textile mill, both of which are adjacent to an area called Philips Farm. The mills date back to the 19th Century and include a large watermill and the opportunity to learn about the history of both the gristmill and textile mill. Philips Farm gives visitors the opportunity to learn about farm life and understand what kind of chores needed to be done on a farm in the 1800s. This attraction gives both adults and children something to get involved in and provides a fun learning experience for the whole family.  « masquer

Rockwood Mansion is a lovely example of the Gothic style of architecture that was popular in the past. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Rockwood Mansion and Park has been made into 72 acres of peaceful park land for visitors to roam and enjoy. At the mansion, you’ll also find The Butler’s Pantry, which is a Victorian café where you can enjoy drinks and light refreshments during your visit. Rockwood Mansion is probably a more interesting attraction for adults with an appreciation for architecture than it would be for children, who may get bored when they can’t participate in any activities or play with hands-on exhibits.  « masquer

Bernie’s is a local Wilmington tavern offering a decent selection of drinks and the typical tavern atmosphere. Belly up to the bar and grab a beer or something stiffer and enjoy.  « masquer

Brew Ha-Ha is a bar serving a wide variety of drinks with a focus on brewery favorites like ales and lagers. The wide selection is sure to please even the pickiest drinkers in your group.  « masquer