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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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Fall Acorn Décor

By: Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
Fun and easy to collect, acorns can be transformed into beautiful, inexpensive decorations for your home.
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Fall Leaf Wreath

By: Liesl Mahoney, Associate Educator for School & Family Programs
With the heat and humidly finally behind us, it's the perfect time of year to enjoy the great outdoors before it gets too cold. During your next outside adventure, collect some of the colorful leaves of the season and then turn them into a beautiful fall wreath for your home.
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Mandala Flower Vase

By: Sean Evans, education intern

Mandalas are geometric patterns that are often used as symbols in a variety of spiritual traditions. Typically they feature a radial design that is made of intricate geometric patterns. Taking inspiration from mandalas, this DIY activity will help you think outside of the box about how...

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Weaving with Nature on a Homemade Loom

By: Theresa Danberg, education intern

It’s easy to make your own cardboard weaving loom at home. Add some yarn, natural materials and creativity and you will soon have a beautiful nature weaving to hang up and enjoy. To prepare for this project, gather up natural treasures you can find during your next nature walk, trip to the...

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Floral Imprints on Canvas

By: Oli Boyer, Education Intern
With the world in bloom, artists can find endless inspiration outdoors. This DIY project will show you how to make a one-of-a-kind canvas wall-hanging using flowers and leaves. So get your plant clippers ready and see what you can find!
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