Nemours Mansion & Gardens
Originally constructed in 1910, Nemours Mansion is one of the grandest buildings ever constructed in Delaware and includes the largest formal French garden in North America. This duPont "house" was designed by renowned architects Carrere and Hastings who were also the designers for the New York Public Library, New York City's Frick Mansion, and Whitehall, the Henry Flagler Mansion in Palm Beach.
The revitalized gardens closely follow the model of the Petit Trianon at Versailles. Here, at Nemours, the spectacular statue Achievement has been placed at the garden's center. Designed by French artist Henri Crenier, it looms over the maze garden on an elevated marble pedestal vase. Covered in 23 karat gold leaf, this magnificent sculpture stands as the inspired centerpiece of the Nemours vista.
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Contact Information:
Steven Maurer
1600 Rockland Rd
Wilmington, DE 19803
Phone: 302-651-5012
Fax: 302-651-6933