The exhibition traces Darley's career from Philadelphia to New York and finally to his home in Claymont, Delaware. This underscores Darley's leading role as a major illustrator whose imagery parallels contemporary developments in American history and genre painting. The studio in which N. C. Wyeth created many of his most memorable works of art has been restored to reflect its character in 1945, the year of the artist's death. Educational tours are offered at timed intervals, departing from the museum. Hosted by the Young Friends of the Brandywine Conservancy, the Ball features live music, a costume competition, and complimentary food and beverages with admission.
Admission is free.
Emphasizing recent acquisitions, this exhibition features the museum's most important holdings of 19th century regional landscapes, still life paintings and a renowned collection of works by principal American illustrators of the 19th and 20th centuries. A selection of classic illustrations by N.C. Wyeth and works by other Wyeth family members completes the exhibition. Approximately 40 watercolor, dry brush and tempera paintings by Andrew Wyeth from various stages of his career, including some of his most recent works. The Brandywine River Museum is a showcase of the Brandywine Conservancy, a major shaper of water resources protection, open space and historic preservation. The Brandywine River Museum is a subscriber of Delaware Direct.