The Brandywine Museum of Art will soon be offering exclusive guided tours of Brinton’s Mill, the former Chadds Ford, PA residence of Betsy and Andrew Wyeth for more than four decades, which was transformed by Betsy’s subtle design.
For the first time ever, this private landscape will be open for limited tours in conjunction with Brandywine’s upcoming exhibition By Design: The Worlds of Betsy James Wyeth, and in collaboration with the Wyeth Foundation for American Art—which owns the property.
This exclusive experience will first take visitors on a trip to the Andrew Wyeth Studio, a National Historic Landmark, for a guided look at the couple’s first family home and Betsy’s design elements within. Continuing on to the nearby Brinton's Mill by shuttle, visitors will then walk through grassy landscaped grounds around the site to view the exteriors of the complex, including the historic milling building, its mill race and the house—both extensively transformed by Betsy to suit her design principles and in hopes of providing a productive working environment for her husband. The visit culminates with a visit inside the ground floor of the restored Granary building—the Wyeths’ first residence on the property and later used as a studio—where the experience centers on the building itself through its preserved historic features and architectural elements added by Betsy to support creative and functional needs through her carefully considered design.
In addition to these guided tours, Brandywine is also working on offering a variety of workshops with opportunities to paint and photograph the landscape of Brinton’s Mill, which inspired Andrew Wyeth for more than four decades resulting in hundreds of works of art. This debut of a new historic environment of the Chadds Ford region is expected to develop in future years with trails, integrating it into regional networks through the efforts of the Brandywine Conservancy.
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Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and are expected to sell quickly. Tour capacity is limited to 12 people per tour and advance reservations are required. Starting July 1, the regular Andrew Wyeth Studio tour schedule will be modified to accommodate this new tour experience.
Before purchasing a ticket, please read the important information below. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferrable, and non-exchangeable once purchased.
2026 Tour Schedule:
July 3–November 20, 2026,
Offered on Fridays only at the following times: 10 a.m., 12:10 p.m., and 2:05 p.m.
PRICING:
$25 for Brandywine members
$45 for non-members
Tickets include:
- All-day admission to the Brandywine Museum of Art
- Guided, interpreter-led tour of the Andrew Wyeth Studio, a National Historic Landmark
- Guided, interpreter-led tour of the exteriors of the Mill complex, including the historic milling building, its mill race and the house (note: there will not be indoor access to the mill and house buildings)
- An immersive experience inside the restored Granary building, which was the Wyeths’ first residence on the property and was later used as a studio
- Transportation via passenger van to the Andrew Wyeth Studio and Brinton’s Mill, which departs directly from the Brandywine Museum of Art
Due to the limited capacity of each tour, advance reservations are required.
The World of the Wyeths: The Brinton’s Mill Experience is approximately one hour and 30 minutes in length. Guests should plan to arrive and check in at the Museum’s admissions desk at least 30 minutes prior to their scheduled tour time. Tours leave promptly at each scheduled tour time. Please note: children under 12 are not permitted on the tour.
Important Information Before You Book
Please review the following details before purchasing your non-refundable ticket for The World of the Wyeths: The Brinton’s Mill Experience:
- Accessibility: The World of the Wyeths: The Brinton’s Mill Experience includes walking outdoors around the exterior of three buildings on uneven, grassy terrain and a variety of unpaved surfaces. This experience cannot accommodate wheelchairs at this time and is not recommended for individuals with any type of mobility limitation.
- Liability Waiver: A liability waiver must be signed by all guests (or a guest’s parent/legal guardian) at the time of check in. Guests are not permitted on the tour without a signed waiver. Click here to view the liability waiver.
- Age Requirement: This experience is designed for adult audiences. Children under 12 years of age are not permitted on the tour.
- Recommended Attire: Keeping in mind the walking conditions on grassy surfaces, Brandywine recommends wearing closed-toed, sturdy, flat footwear suitable for outdoor terrain.
- No Restroom Facilities: There are no public restrooms available at the Andrew Wyeth Studio or at Brinton’s Mill. Please plan accordingly before the start of the tour.
- Allergies: This is an outdoor environment. Guests with allergies to pollen or other natural elements should take appropriate precautions.
- Weather Preparedness: This tour is an indoor and outdoor experience that will proceed in light rain or mild weather conditions. Guests are encouraged to dress appropriately for the season and to bring rain gear, sun protection, or outerwear as needed for comfort.
- Limited shade: There is limited shade at Brinton’s Mill. Guests are encouraged to bring bottled water with a secure lid and sun protection on warm days.
Refund Policy, Late Arrivals, and Cancelations:
By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge and accept these conditions:
- Refund Policy: Unless canceled by Brandywine, tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable.
- Late arrivals: Each tour will depart via passenger van from the Museum exactly at the scheduled tour time and cannot be held for latecomers. Guests should plan to arrive and check in at the Museum’s admissions desk at least 30 minutes prior to their scheduled tour time to accommodate check-in and boarding. Personal vehicles are not permitted on the tour properties. Refunds will NOT be issued for guests who miss their scheduled tour. Due to the limited capacity on each tour, tickets cannot be exchanged or rescheduled for another date/time.
- Severe Weather Cancelations: Tours may be canceled or rescheduled by Brandywine in the event of severe weather (such as extreme heat, flood events, snow or ice) that may impact guest safety. If the Brandywine cancels a tour, ticket holders will receive a full refund OR the option to reschedule for a future date.
- Notification Process: In the event of a weather-related cancelation by the Brandywine, all registered guests will be notified by email (and/or phone, if available) as soon as possible—typically no later than two hours prior to the scheduled tour start time.