DuPont Experimental Station

The DuPont Experimental Station, located in Wilmington, Delaware, is the largest research and development facility of the DuPont Company, renowned for its innovative contributions to chemistry and materials science. Established to transition from explosives to chemical research, it overlooks the historic powder mills that marked DuPont's beginnings. The facility has been pivotal in developing iconic materials such as Neoprene, Nylon, Kevlar, and Tyvek. Notably, it has hosted significant visitors, including President George W. Bush in 2007. As of 2025, the station also supports various industrial tenants and serves as an incubator for startups in the chemical and biotech sectors, making it a hub of innovation and a point of interest for tourists and researchers alike.