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Address:
610 Shipley Road
Wilmington, DE 19809
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Phone:
(302)761-4340
Email:
rockwoodpark@nccde.org
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Rockwood Park & Museum - Visitor Information & Hours of Operation
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August 6-10, 9am-3pm, Ages 9-12, $100
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Welcome to Rockwood!
Joseph Shipley, a Quaker merchant banker, built Rockwood between 1851 and 1854. Its Gothic Revival architecture and enchanting landscape were designed to reflect the beauty of an English country estate.
This Weekend
Dr. Van Fleet Roses bloom in the Walled Garden!
The Walled Garden is awash in fragrant pink blossoms! Not to be missed!
In Bloom
Wisteria
Deciduous Magnolia
Lilac
Peony
Viburnum
Dr. Van Fleet Roses
Our Viburnum is one of the oldest shrubs on the property. Planted by Joseph Shipley! You'll find it near the Conservatory.
Mansion
Guided tours on the hour
Wednesday - Saturday - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday - 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
With the last tour leaving at 3:00 PM
Closed on New Castle County holidays
Admission
$10 - Adults ($5 for New Castle County Residents with ID)
$4 - Children ages 7 - 12 ($2 for New Castle County Residents With ID)
FREE - Children, 6 and under
FREE - Active Military
To inquire about bus, school, historic garden, and ghost tours please call 302-761-4340
Park & Historic Gardens
Open Dawn-Dusk, Daily
Trail maps and self-guided Historic Garden Guides are available at the mansion Wednesday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM or download the PDF below.
Historic Garden Guide