Situated on the grounds of Delaware's magnificent 271-acre Bellevue State Park, the Figure 8 Barn is part of what was once a DuPont family estate. The unique hour glass shape of the Figure 8 Barn was designed by William duPont, Jr. as an indoor horse training facility to further compliment his family's equestrian interests. The estate was purchased by the State of Delaware in 1976. The relaxed, open layout of this property presents flexibility on size as well as endless creative options for an extraordinary event. With 32,000 square feet of open space that can accommodate more than 3,000 guests, the Figure 8 Barn includes a raised dance floor and stage, a long hallway that provides a blank canvas for unique decorating ideas, and large bay doors for easy access of oversized equipment, themed ornaments, and trade show displays. Situated just down the hill from gorgeous Bellevue Hall, the Music Garden backs up to the Bellevue Arts Center. Historically used as a potting shed for the green houses that occupied the space where the patio is today, the Music Garden is a centerpiece in the Bellevue landscape. The stone patio contains space for up to 80 guests for intimate events such as cocktail parties, showers, or small weddings.