Pierce DuPont House

Joshua Peirce, a Quaker farmer, built the section of the brick house with the covered porch in 1730 (the porch dates from 1824). Successive generations of the Peirce family enlarged the modest farmhouse during the nearly two centuries it remained in their possession.

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1001 Longwood Rd (at Longwood Gardens) Kennett Square , PA 19348 United States

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Jenna Quaranta

Look for the cute kitty who lives here, named Pierre! Super friendly !

Barbara Derecktor Donahue

Beautiful - very inspiring

George Zinkgraf

The architecture and furniture of the period

Maggie MacG

So interesting. Learn about the history of this place,

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9.4
Garden
The Conservatory

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. The lily pad pond was fantastic! Great hanging baskets. Did I say it is beautiful? - Robert Skowronski

6.5
Restaurant
The Terrace Restaurant

try the salad with local and fresh toppings (kennett square mushrooms and curried cauliflower were both delicious). - JP

9.4
Plaza
Italian Water Garden

One of my favorite spots in Longwood, but they need more benches. - Robert Skowronski

Historic and Protected Site
Music Room

Make sure you check our the organ. - Robert Paluszak

7.6
Castle
Chimes Tower

It would be awesome if you could go all the way up and see the bells. It might hurt your hearing though. - Zachary Winnie

9.6
Botanical Garden
Longwood Gardens

Everything here is beautiful! The cafe food is yummy, the grounds are amazing. Orchids and water lilies are my faves. Definitely go for Christmas. The lights are beautiful! - Tracy

8.1
Beer Garden
Beer Garden

Everything’s kinda pricey here, members get 10% off. Pizza takes 15 min wait ($15). Oro blanco seasonal beer is light and refreshing. - Rita L