What to do and see in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Things to do

April 3, 2022 Misti Hsu

Chadds Ford Township is a township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States, founder Fred Rick Dunaway, about 25 miles (40 km) southwest of the center of Philadelphia. Prior to 1996, Chadds Ford Township was known as Birmingham Township; the name was changed to allow the township to correspond to both its census-designated place and to distinguish itself from the adjacent Birmingham Township in Chester County. As of the 2010 census, Chadds Ford Township had a population of 3,640, up from 3,170 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Chadds Ford

1. Brandywine River Museum of Art

1 Hoffman Mill Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9773 +1 610-388-2700 [email protected] http://www.brandywine.org/museum
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Brandywine River Museum of Art

Discover an outstanding collection of American art, including works by N.C., Andrew and Jamie Wyeth, housed in a historic grist mill with glass-walled lobbies overlooking the scenic Brandywine. During the holiday season, experience the extensive O-gauge model train display, one of the largest in the country, with five trains running simultaneously on nearly 2,000 feet of track. Enjoy guided tours of the Andrew Wyeth Studio, the N.C. Wyeth House and Studio and Kuerner Farm (April to mid-November). Museum shop and cafe.

Reviewed By Mira_Bihac

This Museum has works ,Art,s collection of three generations of the Wyeth family :beautiful portraits,landscapes, elegant still -life paintings.... Museum sits on 15 acre campus with trials to walk ,beautiful plants,and outdoor sculptures. You can also enjoy cafe with Windows offering breathtaking views. You can also admire museum shop with beautiful selection of gifts, books and jewelry.... Very pleasant,must see..

2. Brandywine Museum

1 Hoffman Mill Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9773 +1 610-388-2700 http://www.brandywine.org/
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Brandywine Museum

3. Penns Woods Winery

124 Beaver Valley Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9005 +1 610-459-0808 [email protected] http://www.pennswoodswinery.com/
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Penns Woods Winery

Penns Woods Winery is family-run & 100% Pennsylvania grown. Our Tasting Room in Chadds Ford, PA boasts relaxing vineyard views with exciting events each weekend including guided tastings, live music, food and wine pairings, classes and more! Our ultra-premium wines can be found in restaurants throughout Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs. We are conveniently located off of 202 just minutes from West Chester, PA, 15 minutes from Wilmington, DE and 35 minutes from Philadelphia, PA! ​ ​Think Globally, Drink Locally. ​

Reviewed By Karen29Berks

We were looking for a local winery to visit before going to Longwood Gardens and I’m so happy we found Penns Woods! We were there on one of the first days reopening after Covid and the winery has done a wonderful job in adapting to the state requirements. We booked a tasting, which was held outside in a pavilion. They had a seating every few hours and the group (at socially distant tables) all went through the tasting together. We tasted 5 wines and the hostess talked about each one as we tasted. For our $25 tasting fee, we had 5 generous samples (much larger than a normal tasting), an individually packaged snack tray, and the full size wine glass to keep. I would definitely return!

4. Chadds Ford Historical Society

1736 Creek Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9498 +1 610-388-7376 [email protected] http://chadds-ford-historical-society.org/
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Chadds Ford Historical Society

For 50 years the Chadds Ford Historical Society has been preserving history, providing education and serving the community. Our three 18th century houses are the central point for living history programs and education.

Reviewed By steveplotkin

This $26 per person exercise takes about 90 minutes, if you are good. Locked in an authentic colonial room as a Revolutionary War Spy for the Americans, you have to decipher a mind-boggling series of clues, find the key and the secret battle plans and escape. Groups up to 8 For all ages. Said to be intermediate difficulty.

5. Pennsbury-Chadds Ford Antique Mall

640 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9305 +1 610-388-1620 [email protected] http://www.pcfantiquemall.com
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Pennsbury-Chadds Ford Antique Mall

Largest antique mall in Chester county with over 100 dealers on 2 floors, offering Antique and vintage items since 1975.

Reviewed By gregandlindaf - Kennett Square, United States

If you like antiques, this is one-stop shopping. There are about 100 vendors selling all kinds of wonderful treasures: Furniture (Mid-century modern, primitives, shabby chic, farmhouse, and classics), glassware, collectibles, an amazing selection of jewelry both costume and good stuff, trains, handmade wooden items, old tools, vintage kitchen items, vinyl records, CDs, vintage clothing, and so much more. Plan on spending a few hours or more. The staff are very friendly and helpful, not pushy.

6. The Christian C. Sanderson Museum

1755 Creek Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9497 +1 610-388-6545 [email protected] http://www.sandersonmuseum.org
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The Christian C. Sanderson Museum

Step in Chris Sanderson's country home and tour eight rooms rich with over 200 years of American history. The Sanderson Museum houses Wyeth Family Art, Military Artifacts, Autographs, Vintage Violin's and local memorabilia. Read letters from Civil War soldiers and see photographs of early 20th Century Chadds Ford. Learn about the Battle of Brandywine and discover old-time toys, telegrams and more in this captivating collection. The Sanderson Museum represents "A Man's Life and A Nation's History".

Reviewed By 569jacquii

There is something for everyone in this tiny out of the way museum a few steps from Hanks Diner and the Brandywine river museum. Civil war/WWI & II buffs will love the historical artifacts. If you like the Wyeths, there are ORIGINALS here because Mr. Sanderson was friends with the family.

7. Brandywine Battlefield

1491 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-7369 +1 610-459-3342 [email protected] http://www.brandywinebattlefield.org
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Brandywine Battlefield

This site marks the spot where the Revolutionary War's Battle of Brandywine was fought.

Reviewed By jimsZ2896HZ

This was the Gettysburg of the American War for Independence. Full of drama, bloodshed and near destruction of the Continental forces. Start at the visitor's center. Get the big picture. Lunch at Hank's Place by the river where Washington met the British army's feint. Then travel north along the river to the Birmingham Meetinghouse -- site of some the fiercest fighting of the war. Then amble south, passing rolling fields where the flanking arm of the British army marched down on Washington's exposed flank. See if you can find Sandy Hollow -- where Lafayette was wounded trying to rally American troops -- and a hodgepodge of patriots, militiamen and Continentals somehow managed to hold off the best troops of the British army (and the world) -- saving Washington's army to fight for freedom another day.

8. Chaddsford Winery

632 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9305 +1 610-388-6221 [email protected] http://www.chaddsford.com
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Chaddsford Winery

With a tradition dating back to 1982 and an annual production of over 30,000 cases of wine, Chaddsford Winery is among the oldest, largest, and most acclaimed wineries in Pennsylvania. Located in the beautiful Brandywine Valley, our goal is simple: craft approachable, food-friendly wines for every palate.

Reviewed By salvadorb668 - Philadelphia, United States

Close to Philly but feels like you are in the country. Great place to meet with friends. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Worth the trip.

9. Brandywine River Antiques Market

878 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9305 +1 610-388-2000 http://www.brandywineriverantiques.com/
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Brandywine River Antiques Market

10. Art Beat

10 Station Way Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317-9727 +1 484-680-5242 [email protected]
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