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The Enchanting History of Du Pont Guest Estate: From Opulent Residence to Educational Landmark

An Architectural Marvel Born from Ambition

The Du Pont Guest Estate was meticulously designed to serve as an elegant mansion sprawling over 41,000 square feet. Yet, paradoxically, the Du Pont family never spent a single night within its walls. This grand estate, located in Delaware, was the brainchild of Alfred I. du Pont, born in 1864 into the illustrious Du Pont family renowned for their dominance in the gunpowder and chemical industries.