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Plan Your Spring Visits in Advance We all eagerly anticipate the first signs of spring. Encourage your guests not included in your Membership or using Complimentary Guest Tickets to buy Timed Admission Tickets early as tickets are limited. Be sure to take advantage of our Member Appreciation Days during Spring Blooms. For details, see our Members-only Moments pages.
Spring Blooms On View March 30–May 5 As colorful spring blooms make their entrance, Longwood radiates with renewal and growth. Early spring bulbs like glory-of-thesnow, winter-aconite, and crocus first herald the season’s arrival, with gorgeous tulips, wisteria, and flowering trees deepening our lush spring tapestry of color, fragrance, and warmth. Knowledge also blooms this spring as we focus on the many learning opportunities we offer. No matter your age, interest, or skill, we invite you to experience firsthand a sampling of our exciting education programs, as well as walks and talks with our horticulturists, educators, and students. Broaden your world by learning in ours.
Members-only Moments
Join Us for Member Orientation Saturday, April 27 9:30 & 11 am
Are you a new Member to Longwood Gardens or just looking to learn more about your Membership? Join Longwood staff for an introduction to our Gardens and discover all your Membership has to offer. Learn more about your Member benefits, visiting tips, and the history of Longwood. Afterward, enjoy our Gardens with a special guided tour. Free for Members. Registration required: longwoodgardens.org
Member Appreciation Days Sunday, March 31 Mondays, April 15, 22, and 29 9 am–6 pm
Join us on Member Appreciation Days and receive 20% discounts at The Café, 1906, and our GardenShop. While at the Gardens, enjoy a screening of Flowing Water, an Emmy Awardwinning documentary that traces the history of our Main Fountain Garden, and hear special demonstrations of Broadway tunes on our organ and classic movie theme songs on our piano. Lunch reservations for 1906 are strongly recommended via longwoodgardens.org/dine.
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We strive to keep our valued Members informed about our latest updates, special offers, and Members-only content and events. If your email address is not on ďŹ le or if you would like to update your email address, please visit longwoodgardens.org/email.
All Membership levels receive two Complimentary Guest Tickets for one-time general admission. Complimentary Guest Tickets are virtual and can be issued online or onsite at Central Ticketing. For additional details and blackout dates, please visit: longwoodgardens.org/comp-tickets.
Grow Here Learning is in full bloom this season as we focus on education. Engage in a sampling of our Continuing Education classes, learn about careers in horticulture, and sharpen your knowledge throughout our Gardens … all for free with no reservations needed! Learn more on the calendar pages of this brochure. While you’re here, look for those wearing Grow Here ribbons and find out more about learning at Longwood. Everywhere you learn.
Spotlight Talks: Learning at Longwood Led by our expert staff and students, explore Longwood’s rich horticultural offerings. Find out how we delight your mind, satisfy your curiosity, and advance your career … or simply have fun while exploring the art of bonsai to meeting students from around the world to learning how to get the best shot on your smartphone. You’ll also have the chance to go behind the scenes and see firsthand our flower prep room, on-air studio, and more.
Meet Our Mystery Guest Who will you meet? Engage with Longwood staff and students and learn more about their horticultural careers. Gather at the Exhibition Hall Stage for these fun question and answer sessions.
Education Live Sample our Continuing Education classes with live demonstrations and talks by Longwood instructors on floral design, horticultural research, Longwood archives, invasive species, and landscape design. Gather at our Green Wall between 11 am and 2 pm for these engaging sessions.
Flower Farming and Designing with Mara Tyler Saturday, April 6 11 am–2 pm Longwood instructor and owner of The Farm at Oxford, a sustainably grown cut flower farm located right here in Chester County, demonstrates the art of floral design. Explore Research at Longwood with Ashley Clayton Saturday, April 13 11 am–2 pm Longwood’s research specialist shares our many behind-the-scenes research programs that help us grow and sustain our Gardens. Go Back in Time with David Sleasman and Alison Miner Saturday, April 20 11 am–2 pm Longwood’s director of Library and Information Services and one of our archivists share exciting objects from our permanent collection and the intriguing stories behind them. The Impact of Invasive Species with Maria Gorgo-Gourovitch and Tommy McCann Saturday, April 27 11 am–2 pm Learn about the impact of several invasive species as Penn State Extension educators share tips and techniques for properly identifying and managing these pests. Focus on Landscape Design with Dan Maffei Saturday, May 4 11 am–2 pm Longwood instructor and horticulturist demonstrates the principles and techniques of landscape design that create meaningful and relevant outdoor experiences.
Broaden Your World by Learning in Ours
Spotlight Talks: Learning at Longwood, Meet Our Mystery Guest, and Education Live are free with Gardens Admission. Learn more about these offerings on the calendar pages of this brochure.
Highlights from Our Gardens Art in Our Gardens (1) From the moment you arrive at Longwood this season—even before you enter the Visitor Center—you’ll be greeted by lovely hues and an imaginative take on springtime beauty. Muted, pastel purples and yellows take center stage in the 12 beds just outside of our Visitor Center, gracefully showcasing a gorgeous mix of flowers. Our Visitor Center beds will feature delicate yellow and violet Crocus chrysanthus ‘Advance’, soft blue-violet Crocus ‘Yalta’, and dwarf Iris histrioides ‘George’ in a rich plum with a wisp of yellow, all making their first appearance in March. Early, mid, and late varieties of tulips, grape-hyacinth, daffodils, snapdragons, and more beauties will follow, including towering Allium hollandicum ‘Purple Sensation’, cheerful viola, and textural nemesia and Brassica, rounding out this garden’s multilayered design. After entering the Gardens, you’ll find our acres awash in spring color, scents, and textures … as well as a fresh take on our Idea Garden, a five-acre garden celebrated for its creativity and experimental approach. In preparation for the season, we laid this garden’s bulbs in a Mondrianinspired design of 76 rectangles of varying sizes, evoking the Dutch painter’s famed composition and giving the garden a new look and feel. Taking Mondrian’s proportions used in his paintings and employing those proportions in our planting design, we created an artistic, harmonious layout of such bulbs as purple Crocus tommasinianus and blue Scilla siberica, which add fine texture to the garden, followed by such showstoppers as deep maroon Tulipa ‘Vincent Van Gogh’, golden Iris ‘Sunshine’, and fragrant Narcissus ‘Thalia’—making the Idea Garden a true work of art throughout the season.
Our Multi-Sensory Earth Day Performances Inspire (2) Learning happens throughout our Gardens and our offerings. This season we present performances that not only entertain through story, song, and imagery, but also take a closer look at global sustainability and other issues impacting our environment. Our Earth Day-inspired performances kick off on Saturday, April 6 with Selected Shorts. Experience the hit weekly public radio show live, as awardwinning actors Jill Eikenberry, Zach Grenier, and Michael Tucker perform spellbinding short stories on the wonders of nature. On Thursday, April 18 the Fry Street Quartet and climate physicist Dr. Robert Davies together incorporate live music, visual art, and compelling science in The Crossroads Project: Rising Tide performance, composed of a series of vignettes exploring global sustainability. On Tuesday, April 23, the string quartet ETHEL and Grammy Award-winning instrumentalist Robert Mirabal present ETHEL & Robert Mirabal: The River. Inspired by water and its essential role of life on Earth, this cross-cultural performance evokes Native American traditions through contemporary music and storytelling. Tickets are now available at longwoodgardens.org/performanceseries. For more information on our upcoming performances, turn to the Summer Stars pages of this brochure.
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Celebrate Family During Mother‘s Day Weekend Join us for Mother‘s Day Weekend Thursday, May 9 through Sunday, May 12. Gather the family for a spectacular evening fountain show Thursday through Saturday evening when the Gardens are open until 10 pm, or enjoy a flower-filled Sunday stroll when the Gardens are open until 6 pm. The Café, 1906, and Beer Garden will be open and serving fresh seasonal fare. No reservations are necessary at The Café and Beer Garden, but 1906 reservations are limited, so make yours in advance at longwoodgardens.org/dine. Please note: Free timed Member reservations are required if arriving after 3 pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. No timed Member reservations are required on Sunday.
Building Our Legacy of Learning (3) Our Gardens are a living expression of all that our founder, Pierre S. du Pont, found inspiring, meaningful, and beautiful. At the heart of our mission— and Mr. du Pont’s intentions for Longwood—is education. From our Professional Horticulture Program and Continuing Education courses, to our creation of the Community Read and our onsite tours and talks, we view education as both a source—and result—of inspiration. At the helm of Longwood’s commitment to education is our Vice President, Education Sarah Cathcart (below left). Cathcart came to Longwood in June 2017 from the Royal Horticultural Society in the UK, where she served as the head of education and learning and was responsible for the RHS Campaign for School Gardening with approximately 36,000 participating schools. Cathcart also served as a member of the UK Horticulture Roundtable Council, a trustee of the UK Chartered Institute of Horticulture, a member of the steering group for GrowCareers, and a trustee of StreetScape, a charity that trains disadvantaged young people for careers in horticulture. Here at Longwood, Cathcart oversees the development, implementation, and coordination of our global education programs, which include the two-year Professional Horticulture Program; the School & Youth Program, which attracts 45,000 students online and in person annually; the Co-Op
Program; Continuing Education Program for adults; the High School and University Internship Program; the International Internship and Training Program; the 13-month Longwood Fellows Program; and the Longwood Library and Archives. As one of her first Longwood endeavors, Cathcart also oversaw the implementation of Longwood’s two free online open courses, which enabled more than 7,500 students around the globe to engage in virtual learning opportunities based on Longwood’s orchid and waterlily collections. One such course, Everything About Orchids, is available now through May 6, 2019 via longwoodgardens.org/everythingabout-orchids. There’s much more in store, including enhancing opportunities to help guests connect with nature. “We are working to enable broader access to learning,” shares Cathcart. “We want to make sure everyone can engage with the gardens, plants, spirit, and place that is Longwood.” Cathcart’s plans include developing partnerships and projects with local school districts and community programs, as well as creating curriculum-based projects that elevate the awareness of horticulture as a field. “We are working to transform the way people look at, and learn about, the garden in general … building on the strength of Mr. du Pont’s intentions and continuing that spirit for generations to come,” shares Cathcart.
A Splash of Brilliance: The Fountains of Longwood Gardens Now in The GardenShop (4) Look for a splash of something new in The GardenShop! A Splash of Brilliance by Longwood’s P.S. du Pont Fellow Colvin Randall tells the amazing story of the fountains of Longwood Gardens, home to more waterworks than any other garden in the Americas. Spanning founder Pierre S. du Pont’s visits to European gardens and world’s fairs in the late 19th and 20th centuries, to the 2017 unveiling of Longwood’s revitalized Main Fountain Garden, the book is a fascinating tale of horticulture, technology, and travel, decades in the making. Illustrated with 266 beautiful historic and modern photos, the book is a retrospective of fountain evolution and a celebration of some of Longwood’s most iconic features. The author of books, exhibits, and videos about Longwood, Randall has studied Longwood’s fountains since the 1970s, researching this story by studying sketches, blueprints, calculations, purchase orders, planting plans, hydraulic test sheets, newspaper articles, and interviews with those who built the fountains—in addition to designing and programming fountain displays since 1980. Now available in The GardenShop, A Splash of Brilliance retails for $24.99. Join us for a book signing with Randall on Sunday, March 31 from 12–2:30 pm in The GardenShop.
Summer Camps Registration Open We welcome young guests to explore the Gardens, learn, and have fun during our full-day, week-long camps. Each camp will have science and horticulture activities in the morning and creative arts in the afternoon. All camps are designed for youth ages 6–12 unless otherwise specified. Learn more and register now at longwoodgardens.org/summer-camps.
Spring Calendar
Knowledge is in full bloom this season as we focus on education. Enjoy these free sampler programs during Spring Blooms: Spotlight Talks: Learning at Longwood Led by our expert staff and students, explore Longwood’s rich educational offerings. Find out how we delight your mind, satisfy your curiosity, and advance your career…or simply have fun. Every Tuesday and Thursday from April 2 through May 2 at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm Free with Gardens Admission Inquire in the Visitor Center for details on the day of your visit. Education Live Sample our Continuing Education classes with live demonstrations and talks by Longwood instructors on floral design, horticultural research, Longwood archives, invasive species, and landscape design. Every Saturday from April 6 through May 4 between 11 am to 2 pm Location: Green Wall Free with Gardens Admission Find more information on each Education Live offering by date in our calendar listings.
Meet Our Mystery Guest Engage with Longwood staff and students and learn more about their horticultural careers in these fun question and answer sessions. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from April 15 through May 3 at 2 pm Location: Exhibition Hall Stage Free with Gardens Admission Inquire in the Visitor Center for details on the day of your visit Garden Story Tour Explore the highlights of Longwood’s historic gardens on a guided walking tour. Learn about their design and heritage and how we strive to continue our founder’s legacy of excellence. May 6, 7, 8, 9 at 2 pm Free with Gardens Admission Spotlight Talks: Spring Blooms Meet our expert guides and explore the Conservatory and outdoor gardens that are in peak bloom. Select dates at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm Free with Gardens Admission Inquire in the Visitor Center for details on the day of your visit.
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Community Read: The Strange World of Seeds: Book Talk and Signing Location: Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia 6:30–8:30 pm**
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ember Appreciation Day M 9 am–6 pm Enjoy 20% discounts at The Café, 1906, and GardenShop.
Flower Farming and Designing with Mara Tyler 11 am–2 pm
7 Kennett3 Symphony 7:30 pm
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ireworks & Fountains F Tickets On Sale Today 9 am Our Fireworks & Fountains Shows return with astonishing awe on six special evenings. View show themes and prices online. Purchase tickets at longwoodgardens.org
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avid Christopher D 3 pm
April Tulips Expected to Be On Display in Mid-April Visit Flower Garden Walk and the Trial Garden to see hundreds of thousands of blooms in a rainbow of colors.
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The Role of Photography at Longwood 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Get the Best Shot with iPhone Photography 12:30 pm ongwood Lecture Series: L Adventures at the Tournament of Roses Parade 6:30–8:30 pm*
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The Art of Bonsai 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Student Exhibition Garden Preview 12:30 pm
elected Shorts S 8 pm2
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Tree Identification: Seeds 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Meet a Global Gardener 12:30 pm
Fit for a Queen Floral Design Lecture/Demonstration 4:30–6:30 pm*
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Working with Unique Plants in Longwood’s Conservatory 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: What’s on a Label? 12:30 pm
12 Nellie2 McKay 8 pm
13 Education Live:
Explore Research at Longwood with Ashley Clayton 11 am–2 pm
14 Growing Great Grains
aster Weekend E Live music in the Conservatory: String Quartet 12–3 pm
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Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
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Behind the Scenes: Flower Prep Room 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Information Technology in the Conservatory 12:30 pm
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18 Spotlight Talk: Behind the Scenes: Interactive Video Conference Studio 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Orchid Micro-Propagation 12:30 pm
Ornamental and Native Shrubs 6-part class April 18, 25 May 2, 9, 16, 23 5–7 pm*
The Crossroads Project: Rising Tide 8 pm2
19 Meet Our Mystery Guest
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Meet a Global Gardener 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Meet a Global Gardener 12:30 pm
ETHEL & Robert Mirabal: The River 8 pm2
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Something Cool from the Archives 11:30 am
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Spotlight Talk: Meet a Global Gardener 12:30 pm
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Italian Water Garden Opens
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Open Air Theatre Fountains Begin 5-minute shows run at 10:15 am, 12:15 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:15 pm, and 5:55 pm daily.
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Botanically Inspired Jewelry: Seed Pendant 2-part class April 20, 27 9–11 am*
Education Live: Go Back in Time with David Sleasman and Alison Miner 11 am–2 pm
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Member Orientation 9:30 & 11 am***
Education Live: The Impact of Invasive Species with Maria Gorgo-Gourovitch and Tommy McCann 11 am–2 pm
28 Meadow Birding Hike 9–11:30 am
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ember Appreciation Day M 9 am–6 pm Enjoy 20% discounts at The Café, 1906, and GardenShop.
Meet Our Mystery Guest 2 pm
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Hardy Aquatic Plants 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Tropical Aquatic Plants 12:30 pm
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Education Live: Focus on Landscape Design with Dan Maffei 11 am–2 pm
7 Family Story Time 10 & 10:45 am
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Peirce’s Woods Expected to Be in Bloom Stroll through Peirce’s Woods and discover creeping phlox nestled beneath flowering dogwood and Eastern redbud.
pplication Deadline A College & University Internship Program and International Internship & Training Program****
Meet Our Mystery Guest 2 pm Spotlight Talk: 2 Aquaponics 11:30 am
Spotlight Talk: Aquaponics 12:30 pm
3 Floral Design Certificate Exam 9 am–12 pm*
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Family Fun
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1 Registration required by emailing performingarts@ longwoodgardens.org Time slots are limited. 2 Special ticket required: longwoodgardens.org 610.388.1000 3 Special ticket required: kennettsymphony.org 610.444.6363 * Advanced registration & fee required: longwoodgardens.org/enroll or 610.388.5454. For a complete list of our Continuing Education opportunities, visit us online. ** To register: https://muttr.org/SeedsBook *** Advanced registration required: longwoodgardens.org/memberorientation or 610.388.1000. **** To apply: longwoodgardens.org/ education. Look for the coffee symbol to enjoy a complimentary coffee reception with the artist after select performances.
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Through the Trees 8 am–12 pm*
I dentifying Invasives 9 am–12 pm*
Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
Join us for Member Orientation and meet Longwood staff for an introduction to our Gardens and discover all your Membership has to offer. Please note: All ticketed events are limited. Sell out likely
Our Fountains Return Italian Water Garden Opens April 20 Open Air Theatre Opens April 20 Main Fountain Garden Daily shows begin May 9 Evening illuminated shows begin May 9
SATURDAY JUNE 1 2–10 PM Tickets On Sale Now
FEATURING DELFEAYO MARSALIS and the UPTOWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA STEFON HARRIS & BLACKOUT ANAT COHEN QUARTET BRIA SKONBERG QUINTET HIGH & MIGHTY BRASS
It’s Back! Our Wine & Jazz Festival returns! Enjoy the sights and sounds of live music while savoring wines from around the world. Sip along to exceptional jazz from award-winning musicians and catch a jazz-inspired Illuminated Fountain Performance to finish the night. Tickets Limited and On Sale Now longwoodgardens.org 610.388.1000 Saturday only: Guests 21 years & over: $59 / $49 Members Your ticket includes 10 free wine tastings. Guests 5–20 years or designated drivers: $39 / $29 Members
Friday, May 31 Start your fun early with a special Friday night Wine & Jazz All Stars performance. Delfeayo Marsalis, Stefon Harris, Anat Cohen, and Bria Skonberg together create a once-in-a-lifetime ensemble. After the performance, head to our Main Fountain Garden for a jazz-inspired Illuminated Fountain Performance. Please note, blankets and chairs can be set up in the Main Fountain Garden beginning at 5 pm.
Wine & Dine Enjoy special Wine & Jazz dining selections with a three-course menu and Simi Winery pairings at 1906. For an on-the-go treat, pre-order a two-person picnic tote stocked with specialties. The Café, Beer Garden, and concessions will be open throughout the day. For more information, visit longwoodgardens.org.
Friday only: Reserved Seating: $49 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members: $44 Includes Gardens Admission. Friday and Saturday: Save 15% when you purchase a Wine & Jazz Bundle ticket. Guests 21 years & over: $92 Guests 5–20 years or designated drivers: $75
Tickets limited. Sell out likely. No outside food allowed in the Gardens. Event is rain or shine. The Gardens will be closed June 1 to everyone except Wine & Jazz Festival ticketholders. Members, see the back cover of this brochure for your Wine & Jazz Festival discount code.
Summer Stars Our outdoor performance series shines bright with Grammy, Tony, and Peabody Award-winning artists known for their dynamic storytelling, Broadway blockbusters, and showstopping talent.
Seven Things I Learned: An Evening with Ira Glass
Leslie Odom, Jr.
Sunday, June 16, 7:30 pm
Celebrated for his role as Aaron Burr in the Broadway hit Hamilton, Tony- and Grammy Award-winning actor and singer Leslie Odom, Jr. showcases his incredible multi-faceted talent.
Host and creator of the Peabody Award-winning public radio program This American Life, Ira Glass shares stories from his life and career in his inspiring one-man show. Longwood Debut
Reserved Seating: $42–$72 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members: $37–$67*
Sunday, June 23, 7:30 pm
Longwood Debut
Reserved Seating: $63–$93 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members: $58–$88*
Tickets On Sale Now Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org/summer-series Purchasing online is the most efficient way to get performance tickets. View our interactive seating chart online and select your own reserved seat. Ticketing fees apply. Prefer to Order by Phone? Purchase concert tickets by calling 610.388.1000. Phone orders incur convenience fee. *Select Members Discount Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members receive $5 off regular Summer Performance Series ticket prices. If you are eligible, find your code on the back cover of this brochure. Please note: Tickets limited. Sell out likely.
The Philadelphia Orchestra Tuesday, July 2, 7:30 pm Led by assistant conductor Kensho Watanabe, The Philadelphia Orchestra presents an evening of music by American composers Daugherty, Gershwin, and Gould, followed by Beethoven’s masterpiece Symphony No. 1. Reserved Seating: $55–$85 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members: $50–$80*
Rosanne Cash and Band— She Remembers Everything Sunday, June 30, 7:30 pm One of the country’s preeminent singersongwriters, multiple Grammy Awardwinner Rosanne Cash presents music from her recently released album, She Remembers Everything. Reserved Seating: $38–$58 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members: $33–$53*
Jesse & Joy Tuesday, September 3, 7:30 pm Grammy Award-winning Mexican singer-songwriter pop duo Jesse & Joy continues to grow worldwide as a bilingual force. Longwood Debut
Reserved Seating: $37–$57 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members: $32–$52*
Shows are still being added. Check longwoodgardens.org/summer-series for announcements and additions. Ira Glass photo credit: Sandy Honig Leslie Odom, Jr. photo credit: Nathan Johnson
Our Fireworks & Fountains Soar Tickets on Sale April 8 at 9 am See the night sky in a new light with our astonishing Fireworks & Fountains Shows. Fireworks fly, fountains dance, and music sets the tone during these six captivating evenings.
To Philly, With Love Sunday, May 26, 9:15 pm Come Rock Around the Clock, do The Twist, and Raise Your Glass along to songs inspired by and performed by artists with strong ties to Oh, What A Beautiful City— our beloved Philadelphia. Star Spangled Spectacular Wednesday, July 3, 9:15 pm Well-known patriotic music abounds as we celebrate America, featuring such songs as The Olympic Fanfare, The Winds of War, The Stars & Stripes, and more. The Piano Men Saturday, July 20, 9:15 pm Our fireworks soar and fountains sway to the iconic sounds of two of the greatest artists of all time— Billy Joel and Elton John.
Swan Lake Saturday, August 10, 9:15 pm Tchaikovsky’s beloved ballet takes new flight in our graceful rendition of this poignant story of metamorphosis, romance, and tragedy. Night at the Movies II Sunday, September 1, 8:15 pm Favorite movie music selections from The Greatest Showman, Footloose, Slumdog Millionaire, and more, paired with our rousing fireworks and fountains, will have you saying (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life. Queens of Soul Saturday, September 28, 8:15 pm Ain’t No Mountain High Enough to keep us from celebrating legends like Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Gladys Knight, and more in this incredible, soul-stirring tribute.
Lawn:
Reserved Seating:
Ages 19 & over: $45 Members ages 19 & over: $41* Gardens Preferred/Gardens Premium Members ages 19 & over: $37*
No need to bring your chair or wait in line. Reserved seating allows you to select your seat, then arrive to your chair placed and waiting for you.
Ages 18 & under: $25 Members ages 18 & under: $23* Gardens Preferred/Gardens Premium Members ages 18 & under: $21*
All ages: $53 Members all ages: $48* Gardens Preferred/Gardens Premium Members all ages: $43*
*Members, see the back cover of the brochure for your Fireworks & Fountains Shows discount code. Ticketing fees apply and phone orders incur a convenience fee. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Shows will proceed in rain. Tickets are limited and sell out is likely. Gardens close at 6 pm to everyone but Fireworks & Fountains ticketholders on the dates of Fireworks & Fountains Shows. A special ticket is required to experience Fireworks & Fountains Shows. Chairs are permitted in the Gardens starting at noon.
Color Your Summer Festival of Fountains Opens May 9
See summer’s every hue as fountains dance, gardens shine, and spirits soar during our vibrant Festival of Fountains. From our colorful Illuminated Fountain Performances (including some nights when you pick the show!) … to lively family programming … to good-as-gold horticulture displays, a splashy summer awaits you … day and night. Let our colors wash over you.
Timed Admission Tickets required. Free timed Member reservations required if arriving after 3 pm Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays May 9–October 26. Sell out likely. Visit longwoodgardens.org for real-time ticket and reservation availability prior to your visit.
Gardens Information Gardens Hours March 30–May 5, 2019 Daily, 9 am–6 pm Tickets Gardens Admission Adults: $23 Seniors (62+) and College Students with student ID: $20 Youth (5–18): $12 Children 4 & under: Free Members: Free Visit longwoodgardens.org for more details. Prices and hours are subject to change.
Dining at The Terrace The Terrace is a Certified Green Restaurant® through the Green Restaurant Association and offers these dining experiences: The Café, 1906, and Beer Garden. For menus, hours, and 1906 reservations visit longwoodgardens.org/dine.
GardenShop Our GardenShop offers a variety of unique gifts and is open daily during Gardens hours. You may also shop online anytime at shop.longwoodgardens.org.
For Your Convenience Longwood Gardens covers many acres. There are no shuttles within the Gardens. We’re happy to offer non-motorized wheelchairs, electric scooters, and children’s strollers on a first-come basis. Children’s strollers are available for a fee (complimentary for Members). Supply limited, reservations not accepted. Scooters are not available during rainy, snowy, or freezing weather. Parking Longwood offers free parking for our guests. Transportation is provided between remote parking and the Gardens. Become a Member Become a Member and visit as often as you like to experience the dynamic beauty of our Gardens. Learn more: longwoodgardens.org/membership Follow Us @LongwoodGardens #LongwoodGardens
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