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Mount Cuba Astronomical Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Greenville, Delaware, United States. It is home to a 0.6-meter telescope used by the Delaware Astronomical Society, the University of Delaware, and the Whole Earth Telescope.
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Museum and library on the banks of the Brandywine Creek at the site of the DuPont family's gunpowder mill and first home and garden. Open for tours.
The Wilmington and Western Railroad offers steam and diesel-powered excursions along the scenic Red Clay Creek between Greenbank and Hockessin. Excursion trains operate on weekends round-trip from Greenbank station to Hockessin for a 2½-hour trip, with a 30-minute layover in Hockessin, or round-trip from Greenbank station to the Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove for a 1½-hour trip, with a 30-minute layover allowing for a picnic. Several themed rides are offered throughout the year including the Easter Bunny Express, Fireworks Express, Back Burner Dinner Train, Brews on Board, Civil War Skirmish Weekend, Great Train Robbery, Murder on the Red Clay Express, Autumn Leaf Special, Halloween Express, Holiday Lights Express, and Santa Claus Express.
Art museum showcasing exhibits from established and emerging Delaware artists, featuring paintings, sculptures, photography, and crafts. Free on Sundays.
DuPont family country estate that is modeled after Versailles, consisting of a mansion, gardens, artwork, and sculptures.
Fun for the whole family. You can take the #2 DART First State bus from the Amtrak station to the zoo.