Events


  • Historical profile photograph of Alfred I. duPont.
    Alfred I. duPont Birthday Celebration
    10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Join us in celebrating our founder's birthday with ice cream!

  • The reception hall hallway at the Nemours Estate.
    Behind the Ropes Tour
    9–11 a.m.

    Have you ever wondered what is behind the ropes and closed doors of the Nemours Estate Mansion? Join us for an exclusive private tour.

  • Children playing together while families enjoy the beautiful weather on the Nemours Estate property.
    Third Thursday May Event
    5–8 p.m.

    Nemours Estate’s first Third Thursday of the season with discounted admission, live music, food trucks, along with beer and wine.

  • The Nemours Estate rock garden
    Mindful Rock Painting Workshop
    10:30–11:30 a.m.

    Join us by the Estate's upper ponds to learn mindfulness techniques while painting designs and positive messages on rocks.

  • Scenic bench at the Nemours Estate.
    Yoga in the Gardens
    1–2 p.m.

    A series of six yoga sessions led by Gwen Harrison.

  • The Nemours Estate Venetian Bridge in spring
    Welcome Spring: Yoga for Kids and Their Grownups
    Noon to 12:45 p.m.

    Join us for yoga and more near some of the most scenic ponds at Nemours Estate.

  • Closeup of flowers and trees at the Nemours Estate.
    Family Program in the Gardens w/ DiAE
    10:30–11:15 a.m.

    Join Nemours Estate and Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education for a family-centered program.

  • The reception hall hallway at the Nemours Estate.
    Behind the Ropes Tour
    9–11 a.m.

    Have you ever wondered what is behind the ropes and closed doors of the Nemours Estate Mansion? Join us for an exclusive private tour!

  • September at the Nemours Estate
    Family Program in the Mansion w/ DiAE
    10:30–11:15 a.m.

    Join Nemours Estate and Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education for a family-centered program.

  • A couple relaxing in chairs while a nearby families sits together enjoying an evening at the Nemours Estate.
    Third Thursday June Event
    5–8 p.m.

    Join us for Third Thursday in June with discounted admission, live music, food trucks, along with beer and wine!

  • Frog pond at the Nemours Estate.
    Fun w/ Frogs: Intro to Mindfulness Workshop
    10:30–11:30 a.m.

    Calling all kids and their grownups: we invite you to turn into a frog for the day here at Nemours Estate!

  • Landscape photo of a field at the Nemours Estate.
    Evening Forest Bathing
    6–9 p.m.

    Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Master Naturalist, Shelli Smith, for a relaxing stroll through the gardens as the sun begins to set.

  • Upper pond at the Nemours Estate.
    Summer Fun in the Sun: Yoga for Kids & Their Grownups
    Noon to 12:45 p.m.

    Join us for yoga and more near some of the most scenic ponds at Nemours Estate.

  • Lily pads at the Nemours Estate.
    Sound Bathing by the Frog Pond
    11 a.m. to noon

    Immerse yourself in the sounds of crystal singing bowls, designed to reduce stress and promote relaxation.

  • The reception hall hallway at the Nemours Estate.
    Behind the Ropes Tour
    9–11 a.m.

    Have you ever wondered what is behind the ropes and closed doors of the Nemours Estate Mansion? Join us for an exclusive private tour!

  • Front angle of the Nemours Estate.
    Third Thursday July Event
    5–8 p.m.

    Join us for Third Thursday in July with discounted admission, live music, food trucks, along with beer and wine!

  • Long walkway at the Nemours Estate.
    Third Thursday August Event
    5–8 p.m.

    Join us for our last Third Thursday of the season with discounted admission, live music, food trucks, along with beer and wine!

  • A poplar tree in September at the Nemours Estate.
    Walk & Sketch: Exploring the Shapes & History of Trees
    10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

    Join us on a Walk & Sketch Tree Tour inspired by the Estate's 300-year-old Tulip Poplar with artist and naturalist Amanda B. Kimball.

  • Beautiful trees and plants growing at the Nemours Estate.
    Summer to Fall Forest Bathing
    Noon to 3 p.m.

    Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Master Naturalist, Shelli Smith, for a relaxing stroll through Nemours Estate's gardens and grounds.

  • Venetian bridge at the Nemours Estate.
    Fall is Here: Yoga for Kids & Their Grownups
    Noon to 12:45 p.m.

    Join us for yoga and more near some of the most scenic ponds at Nemours Estate.

  • Closeup of leaves at the Nemours Estate.
    Family Program in the Gardens w/ DiAE
    10:30–11:15 a.m.

    Join Nemours Estate and Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education for a family-centered program.

  • Mansion peaking out from behind some gourds.
    Family Program in the Mansion w/ DiAE
    10:30–11:15 a.m.

    Join Nemours Estate and Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education for a family-centered program.

  • Trees and leaves in fall at the Nemours Estate.
    Seed Collecting in the Fall Garden Workshop
    10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

    A seed gathering & packet making workshop!

  • Halloween flora at the Nemours Estate.
    Silly Spooky Fun: Yoga for Kids & Their Grownups
    Noon to 12:45 p.m.

    Join us for yoga and more near some of the most scenic ponds at Nemours Estate.

  • Main drive tres at the Nemours Estate.
    Moment of Thanks Forest Bathing
    Noon to 3 p.m.

    Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Master Naturalist, Shelli Smith, for a relaxing stroll through Nemours Estate's gardens and grounds.