Hagley Museum near Wilmington in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Greenhouse
E. I. du Pont built a greenhouse on this site in 1822. Archaeological evidence indicates that it was similar to the illustration above, with a high north wall and glass roof sloping to the south. Bulbs, camellias, and other ornamental flowers were grown in the greenhouse for winter enjoyment, or for later transplanting to the garden.
The family and friends of Emily Tybout du Pont (1913-1991), in recognition of the kindness she bestowed on so many, have created an endowment in her name for the E. I. du Pont garden. A birdbath and outline of this historic greenhouse commemorate her love of nature and gardening.
Erected by Hagley Museum and Library.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Horticulture & Forestry. A significant historical year for this entry is 1822.
Location. 39° 47.02′ N, 75° 34.791′ W. Marker is near Wilmington, Delaware, in New Castle County. It is in Hagley Museum. It can be reached from Foundation Drive north of Hagley Creek Road when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 604 Foundation Dr, Wilmington DE 19807, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Philadelphia. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic and on the Delmarva Peninsula. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: E. I. Du Pont Restored Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Cooper Shop
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Credits. This page was last revised on April 30, 2025. It was originally submitted on April 30, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 114 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 30, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
