Make a Future for History
Be a part of Rockwood Park’s story
& help support our ongoing preservation efforts.
Today, Rockwood Park & Museum serves as an enchanting setting for a variety of activities and community events. Whether walking the beautiful trails, relaxing with a yoga session, enjoying the many gardens, searching for a glimpse of the ghostly apparitions that wander the estate, or touring the mansion which now serves as a museum preserving a bygone era, Rockwood offers something for everyone.
Help us preserve this incredible space for future generations!
The beginning
A Quaker merchant named Joseph Shipley built Rockwood between 1851-1854 to reflect the beauty of the English countryside through Gothic Revival architecture and impeccable landscape design. It later became the home of the Bringhurst Family. Both families and the way they lived are on display in the mansion for everyone to catch a glimpse of the lives they led.
Rockwood Today
Rockwood offers something for everyone. From yoga to hiking to watercolor painting and paranormal experiences, find out how you can enjoy Rockwood.
Plan your visit today!
Enjoy an adventure through time on the magnificent grounds of Rockwood Park.
Visit Rockwood
4651 Washington Street Extension
Wilmington, DE 19809
Museum Hours:
Monday–Saturday
10am–4pm
Park Hours:
Dawn til Dusk
