Sixty years ago, a group of determined citizens refused to let an extraordinary place be compromised by industrial development. They knocked on doors, rallied their neighbors, and spoke up for the land they loved. The organization they formed ultimately became the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art.
The passion our founders had in the 1960s remains in everything we do—in every visitor inspired by a work of art, every child discovering the wonders of nature, every preserved acre of open space, and every historic story we help keep alive. Now, it’s our turn—and yours—to ensure this extraordinary place continues to inspire, educate, and serve our community.
Won’t you please consider making a gift of $50, $100, or more to our Annual Fund before December 31, 2026? Your generosity will have an immediate impact on the thousands of people who explore our galleries, participate in educational programs, and find inspiration in the beauty we are privileged to preserve and present.
As 2026 winds down, we invite you to join us by making a gift to support an organization we all hold dear. Your year-end contribution provides the resources we need to care for our collections and preserves, present exceptional exhibitions, offer transformative educational programs, and welcome our community to a place where art, history, and nature come together.
Because of generous supporters like you, we are able to:
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Present exhibitions that connect audiences with exceptional works of art.
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Inspire children and families through hands-on educational programs that foster curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for art and the environment.
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Protect vistas, waters, and historic properties that define our region.
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Share the story of the Wyeth family of artists and their influence on American art.
- Develop virtual experiences that connect people across the country and around the world with our collections, programs, and mission.
Every gift of every size helps make this work—and so much more—possible.
Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us preserve what matters most while creating new opportunities for learning, discovery, and connection. The founders of the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art believed that one community could shape the future of a place worth protecting. Six decades later, that same spirit of stewardship lives on through supporters like you.
With gratitude,
DD Matz & Greg Fields
Co-Chairs, Board of Trustees
P.S. Looking for an easy way to make an even greater difference? Join our community of recurring donors. A recurring gift provides dependable funding that helps sustain our work all year long while spreading your generosity across manageable payments.