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Pyle at Play: Memories of Rehoboth Beach

By: Eileen Fay, Research Center Archivist (2019-2021)

Have you checked out A Passion for Pyle: The Paul Preston Davis Collection, a new digital exhibition from the Brandywine's Annenberg Research Center? Derived from an extensive collection of archival research materials related to artist Howard Pyle, the Davis Collection was created and donated by local collector and historian Paul Preston Davis. The following blog post, written by former Research Center Archivist, Eileen Fay, delves into the stories of Howard Pyle’s summer home at Rehoboth Beach, utilizing research materials found within the Davis Collection. 

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DIY Snow Ice Cream

By: Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
Snow is so much fun to play in, but did you know that it makes for a great ice cream base? With only a couple other ingredients, you and your family can make a sweet treat to enjoy during the next snowstorm.
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Baking Soda and Cornstarch Clay Hearts

By: Bea Kaplan, guest teaching artist

This simple recipe makes a soft clay that you can use in many ways to create one-of-a-kind gifts and decorations for Valentine’s Day.

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Folded Paper Stars

By: Bea Kaplan, guest teaching artist

Add a festive flare to your winter decorations with these folded paper stars that can be made in any size and color. Hang one alone or make several to string together into a garland.

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Salt Dough House Ornaments

By: Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
Use supplies you already have in your pantry to create these adorable house ornaments to always remember this unique time. Add things like the date, the names of people in the house with you, or even a child’s handprint to make these ornaments extra special.
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