The stirring drama about an inspiring English teacher at a strict boys’ school was set in Vermont – but filmed in Delaware, where a real boarding school became the halls of Welton Academy.
Where was Dead Poets Society filmed?
Dead Poets Society was filmed in Delaware – at a boarding school in Middletown.
Every Dead Poets Society location, explained
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Welton Academy – Middletown
The school used St. Andrew’s School in Middletown, Delaware.
2
The play – the Everett Theatre
The Shakespeare performance used the Everett Theatre in Middletown.
3
The estates – Delaware
The boys’ family homes used estates around Delaware.
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Vermont – the setting
The story is set at a boarding school in Vermont.
Planning a visit
St. Andrew’s School in Middletown, Delaware – the film’s real Welton Academy – is a working boarding school.
Dead Poets Society Fun Facts
1
Vermont filmed in Delaware The Vermont-set film used a real Delaware boarding school.
2
A real school St. Andrew’s School played Welton Academy.
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'O Captain! My Captain!' The students’ tribute became the film’s signature moment.
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'Carpe diem' The teacher’s call to ‘seize the day’ became iconic.
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Williams stars Robin Williams plays the inspiring teacher John Keating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Dead Poets Society filmed?
In Delaware – at St. Andrew’s School in Middletown.
Is it set in Delaware?
No – it’s set in Vermont, but filmed in Delaware.
Can you visit the locations?
St. Andrew’s is a working school; Middletown is accessible.
Who stars in it?
Robin Williams.
When was it released?
1989.
