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Winterthur (“winter-tour”) was the home of Henry Francis du Pont.
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Funded by his inherited fortune, Winturthur was du Pont's life's work.
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The 141 room mansion in Delaware was conceived as a museum.
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Henry du Pont spent his life crafting and decorating this 2,000 acre summer estate.
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The original 20 room 'cottage' was expanded to house his collection.
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Henry, his wife Ruth and his two daughters loved to travel, collect, and entertain.
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Upon his death, the house was opened as a public museum.
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Like their mentor, today's curators continuously rearrange the house to suit the season and tastes of tour guests.
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It takes several visits to see the entire collection.