Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library announced Monday that its Point-to-Point steeplechase event will not take place in 2026. This decision comes as the institution prepares to mark the museum’s 75th anniversary next year, as well as the nation’s 250th.
While Point-to-Point will not be held, Winterthur will host a anniversary celebration next spring that commemorates the opening of the museum in 195. Further details will be announced in the coming weeks.
Winterthur will also use 2026 as a "transition period to reimagine its signature spring event for 2027 and beyond with a focus on mission, vision, and community engagement," a release stated.
“Point-to-Point has been a tradition for many, and we understand this news may be met with some surprise and disappointment,” said Chris Strand, Charles F. Montgomery CEO. “However, the museum’s 75th anniversary presents a unique and meaningful opportunity to reflect while looking ahead. We look forward to celebrating the museum’s milestone next year and continuing our work to create memorable guest experiences for generations to come.”
Winterthur, a former duPont family estate is known for its collection of American decorative arts, naturalistic garden, and research library for the study of American art and material culture.
Winterthur is located on Route 52, six miles northwest of Wilmington.
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