Established by Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur Estate is not only home to the leading museum of decorative arts in America, but is also the venue for the stand-out social event of the Delaware season: the Point-to-Point Steeplechase race. Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Brandywine Valley, the 60-acre Winterthur Estate comes alive on race days, with a parade of historic carriages, bag piping, numerous kids activities, and - of course - the thunderous sounds of a steeplechase event. Visitors should brace themselves for a classy day out: elegant picnics, erudite conversation, and 'race day' hats abound during this spectacle of pageantry in the Brandywine Valley.

Venue: Winterthur Estate

Date: 8 May, 2011

Website: www.winterthur.org