Rockwood Park & Museum - Visitor Information & Hours of Operation

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Join the Explorer's Club at Rockwood this Summer!

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