Read House & Gardens A National Historic Landmark owned and operated by the Delaware Historical Society since 1975 Join our team! Full- and part-time opportunities available in education, marketing and events, and visitor services. Our Story Visit Us Events School Tours Group Tours Give Back August 5, 2022 The George Read II House & Gardens, a National Historic Landmark owned and operated by the Delaware Historical Society, has announced a transformative campaign to make its landscape socially, environmentally, and financially sustainable for the next generation. Planning will encompass the entire 2.5 acres of grounds surrounding the 1804 Read House, which is situated in the town’s historic core with substantial Delaware River frontage. Ultimately, the project will reconcile the gardens’ multi-layered history with Old New Castle’s legacy of beautiful design and the Society’s contemporary mission to “educate, inspire, and empower people and communities.” Read more... June 26, 2022 Read the latest press: "Feeling and Imagination are the Keys to Renewal, Escape from 'Goblin Mode'" March 15, 2021 The Delaware Historical Society is pleased to announce that the National Historic Landmark George Read II House has completed an innovative and historically sensitive mechanical upgrade to replace failing systems, improve energy efficiency, and ultimately preserve the historic house’s delicate interiors and collections. Read more... Join our mailing list for upcoming events and opportunities. We'll email you sparingly and will never share your info. NAME* First Last EMAIL* PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ readhouseandgardens A National Historic Landmark campus of the Delaware Historical Society. #readhouseandgardens Tickets for The New Tour are available now! A view that will be even more gorgeous after @land Pencil us in. 📷Sarah Robertson Today we announced a transformative partnership to Tours begin at 11 a.m. today through Sunday! Quiet moments in the Laird bedroom. Did you know we have a tap room?! #museumfromhom Load More... Follow on Instagram