Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library announced today 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 and the United States’ 250th anniversary.

Point-to-Point is a Winterthur tradition known for its lavish tailgate picnics, high-stepping carriage horses and stylish spectators. It’s also Winterthur’s largest one-day fundraiser, with proceeds supporting the preservation of the Winterthur Garden, the estate’s close to 1,000 acres and other environmental stewardship programs.

While Point-to-Point will not be held, Winterthur has announced it will host a special anniversary celebration next spring that commemorates the opening of the museum in 1951 and honors Winterthur’s r

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