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Say I do...Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library is a picturesque wedding venue nestled among the serene rolling meadows of Brandywine Valley in Winterthur, DE. Situated on a 1,000-acre estate of woodlands, fields, and a vibrant 60-acre garden, this property provides an exquisite backdrop for romantic occasions. You and your partner will enjoy scenic ceremony and reception sites, including the historic Greek Revival mansion, a museum that now houses numerous American antiques. To crown the experience, dinner is served by the passionate and professional Restaurant Associates, who have been the venue’s exclusive caterer for over 20 years. Wedding locations at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library range from historic rooms within the mansion to lush outdoor grottos. Elegance and tranquility is exemplified by the Reflecting Pool, an enchanting stone swimming pool upon which floats picturesque water lilies. An ideal spot for your ceremony, this courtyard can also be transformed into your cocktail hour by waiters serving flutes of sparkling champagne. Indoor ceremonies are hosted in the Galleries Reception Atrium, where floor-to-ceiling windows will bathe you and your onlookers in natural light. Afterward, retire to the Visitor Center Pavilion for dinner and dancing. This pitched-roof pavilion glitters from the light of hundreds of candles and twinkling indoor trees, which poke in through the glass walls. Outside, a patio draped with bistro lights provides additional seating surrounded by the beautifully manicured landscape. A leading company in the catering and event planning industry, Restaurant Associates will work closely with you to design the wedding of your wildest dreams. These professionals offer a number of catering packages but are also interested in customizing their services to your unique tastes. They believe that it is the small touches that set each event apart and curate your soiree accordingly. The chefs use fresh and local ingredients to craft gourmet dishes that are as artfully presented as they are delicious. Meanwhile, the waitstaff will pull out all the stops to deliver excellent customer service. They strive to ensure that your guests remember your celebration as the distinguished and distinct day that it was.