Built in 1770, the Burgwin-Wright House & Gardens is the only structure in Wilmington from the colonial era open to the public. Operated as a museum house, it offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience what life was like in the 18th century. All rooms have been restored and showcase hundreds of objects. Occupying an acre, gardens consist of seven areas, including an orchard, a kitchen garden and a rose garden. Built using the walls of a former city jail as a foundation, circa 1744, the house retains many vestiges of its previous incarnation such as outdoor and sub-basement jail cells and a freestanding kitchen house with a massive hearth complete with period cooking utensils. Guided tours include the stories about the people who lived and worked here and the women’s organization that saved this landmark from the wrecking ball. Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm, guided tours are hourly with the last tour at 3pm. The visitor center houses a gift shop, art gallery and exhibit hall.