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The Henry Francis du Pont Collector Circle

For those with a passion for American decorative arts...

Founded in 1984, the Henry Francis du Pont Collectors Circle enhances Winterthur’s continuing success by funding important additions to the collection and supporting conservation, exhibition development, and curatorial research. 

Donors to Collectors Circle enjoy special opportunities to develop their interests in design and the decorative arts and to meet others who share them. Enjoy access to curators, invitations to exclusive domestic and international travel programs, and in-depth study during Winterthur Weekends. 

Collectors Circle Exclusive Experiences: 

  • Opportunities for domestic and international travel led by curators and senior staff members 
  • Private tours with curators, conservators, and guide specialists through the collection 
  • Invitations to intimate donor events, receptions, and gatherings, including Collectors Circle Weekend 
  • Recognition on annual giving lists 
  • The chance to meet and learn with fellow collectors 
  • Annual contribution is fully tax-deductible 
  • Free admission to the museum and garden and private tour opportunities 
  • 10% discount in Winterthur’s stores and restaurants 

 

Donor Levels 

Ambassador: $2,500-$4,999 
All the benefits of Collectors Circle, including special events and seminars, the Collectors Circle Weekend, and the opportunity to participate in travel programs. Includes prominent listing in Winterthur’s Honor Roll of Donors 

Curator: $5,000-$7,499 
All the benefits of Collectors Circle at the Ambassador level, plus consultations with Winterthur experts regarding personal collections and the ability to invite a guest to Collectors Circle Weekend 

Founder: $7,500-$9,999 
All the benefits of Collectors Circle at the Curator level, plus an invitation to a reception with the director at Chandler Farm during Collectors Circle Weekend 

Director Level: $10,000-$24,999 
All the benefits of Collectors Circle at the Founder level, plus an opportunity for a tour of the Winterthur Collections with the director followed by cocktails at Chandler Farm 

Chairman Level: $25,000+ 
All the benefits of Collectors Circle at the Director level, plus the opportunity to schedule a private dinner for you and six guests with the director at Chandler Farm 

For more information, please contact the Collectors Circle office at 302.888.4878 or contributions@winterthur.org. 

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