Wilmington
Delaware

Winterthur’s 63rd Annual Delaware Antiques Show

Wednesday, November 5th - Saturday, November 8th, 2025

I am excited and privileged to return for the 63rd instance of this auspicious, vetted event, now the oldest in America.  This icon of the antiques show circuit benefits educational programs at Winterthur, the former estate of collector and horticulturist, Henry Francis du Pont (1880-1969).  The focus is on American antiques and those produced for the American market, and in these two categories the show now handily maintains the title of the best in the nation.

 The Delaware Antique Show is unique because all items are sold with a written guarantee, backed not only by the dealers, but by Winterthur Museum, which hand-selects its exhibitors.  For those unfamiliar with Winterthur, know that it was, to some degree, Henry DuPont's answer to John D. Rockefeller’s Colonial Williamsburg.  More academic and less commercialized, Winterthur is not a village, but a huge country estate with extensive collections, top shelf museum staff, and elaborate gardens.  Its master’s degree programs in museum studies & conservation, administered through the University of Delaware, remain unparalleled.  Winterthur’s collection of early, printed, American textiles is the best in the county, as are its collections of antique ceramics and early American furniture.  For a great weekend getaway, be sure to visit the show, Winterthur Museum & Gardens, and nearby Longwood Gardens (likewise amazing).

Where?

The show is held at the Chase Center, 815 Justison Street, Wilmington.

When?

 The show opens with a benefit preview party on Thursday evening, Nov. 5th.  Prices and times of entry are as follows:   

    First Access Ticket:  $350 per person, 5:00 pm entry

    Collector's Preview Ticket:  $175 per person, 6:00 pm entry

    Young Collector's Ticket (age 40 & Under):  $175 per person, 6:00 pm entry

 Regular show hours are Friday & Saturday, Nov. 6th - 7th, 11 am – 6 pm  & Sunday, Nov. 8th, 11am - 5pm.

  Regular admission is $29 per person ($24 for Winterthur members), $15 for students, and Children under 12 are free.

 What Else Do I Need to Know?

 All tickets are valid for admission to all days of the show and to Winterthur during the show dates. All lectures are included with show admission.