SUMMER
Festival of Fountains May 9–September 29
FESTIVAL OF FOUNTAINS
On View May 9–September 29
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 performance!) … to lively family programming … to goodas-gold horticultural displays, a splashy summer awaits you … day and night. Let our colors wash over you.
Beyond the Season Enjoy our new approach to Summer Seasonal Highlights with pages dedicated to the very best of each month of Festival of Fountains. Every month brings new experiences, new fun, new horticultural highlights, and new ways to get swept up in summer’s many colors.
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More Shows, Countless Colors
FOUNTAINS DAY & NIGHT
Take a Classic Rock Road Trip, feel the beat of Bailando: Latin Rhythms, enjoy Straight Up Country, and much more, all in our beautiful Main Fountain Garden. Our daily fountain performances (with more than ever before!), new evening Illuminated Fountain Performances, and special Festive Friday theme nights with a variety of activities throughout the Gardens for guests of all ages, bring a world of fun to Longwood.
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In addition to our Main Fountain Garden, don’t miss our Open Air Theatre and Italian Water Garden fountains. Open Air Theatre shows run daily at 10:15 am, 12:15 pm, 2:15 pm, and 4:15 pm. Please note: Shows do not run on days when there are rehearsals, stage setups, or performances.
Main Fountain Garden Performance Schedule
Gardens Hours
May 9–August 31
September 1–October 27
Sundays–Wednesdays: 9 am–6 pm
Sundays–Wednesdays: 9 am–6 pm
Thursdays–Saturdays: 9 am–10 pm
Thursdays–Saturdays: 9 am–9 pm
Please note: We will be closed Saturday, June 1 to everyone except Wine & Jazz Festival ticketholders. The Gardens will close at 6 pm on Thursday, July 4.
Daily 12-minute narrated Fountains Then and Now
11:15 am and 3:15 pm
11:15 am and 3:15 pm
Daily 12-minute Classical, Jazz, and Hits of Today
1:15 and 5:15 pm
1:15 and 5:15 pm
Thursdays–Saturdays: 5-minute Fountain Refresher set to music
NEW 6:15 pm and 8:15 pm
NEW 6:15 pm
Thursdays–Saturdays: 12-minute narrated Fountains Then and Now
7:15 pm
7:15 pm
Thursdays–Saturdays: Illuminated Fountain Performance
9:15 pm
8:15 pm
Timed Member Reservations
Required if arriving after 3 pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
Chairs and Blankets
May be placed in the Main Fountain Garden performance viewing area Thursdays–Saturdays starting at 5 pm
May be placed in the Main Fountain Garden performance viewing area Thursdays–Saturdays starting at 4 pm
Fountain performances free with Gardens Admission. Timed Admission Ticket or Member reservation required. Sell out likely. Check longwoodgardens.org for performance details, real-time ticket availability, and reservation availability prior to your visit. Lawn and bench seating is available throughout the Main Fountain Garden. Please note: there are no 7:15 or 8:15 pm fountain performances on May–August Fireworks & Fountains Show dates, and no 6:15, 7:15, or 8:15 fountain performances on September Fireworks & Fountains Show dates.
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Dream in Color
FIREWORKS & FOUNTAINS
See the night sky in a new light with our six captivating Fireworks & Fountains Shows.
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Fireworks & Fountains Shows To Philly, With Love 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.
Swan Lake 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.
Star Spangled Spectacular 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.
Night at the Movies II September 1, 8:15 pm You loved Night at the Movies … now get ready for the sequel featuring a whole new lineup of silver screen hits from The Greatest Showman, Footloose, Slumdog Millionaire, and more.
The Piano Men July 20, 9:15 pm From Tiny Dancer to Uptown Girl, our fireworks soar and fountains sway to the iconic sounds of two of the greatest artists of all time—Billy Joel and Elton John.
Queens of Soul 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.
Tickets On Sale Now
Dine Before the Show
Purchase in advance: longwoodgardens.org
Fireworks & Fountains ticketholders can enjoy the following dining options:
Lawn: Ages 19 & over: $45 Members ages 19 & over: $41* Gardens Preferred/Gardens Premium Members ages 19 & over: $37*
Extended Beer Garden Hours Enjoy savory pub fare and Victory Brewing Company’s wheat ales brewed with ingredients from our Gardens.
Ages 18 & under: $25 Members ages 18 & under: $23* Gardens Preferred/Gardens Premium Members ages 18 & under: $21* Reserved Seating: 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.
12–9 pm (May–August shows) 12–8 pm (September shows) Before the show, enjoy live music in the Beer Garden until 9 pm (May–August) and 8 pm (September). Other Dining Experiences Enjoy dining options at The Terrace and additional Gardens concessions. See hours and details at longwoodgardens.org. Reservations are required at 1906.
All ages: $53 Members all ages: $48* Gardens Preferred/Gardens Premium Members all ages: $43* *Members, see the back cover of this brochure for your Fireworks & Fountains Shows discount code. A special ticket is required to experience Fireworks & Fountains Shows. Ticketing fees apply. 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. For non-Fireworks & Fountains ticketholders, last admission is at 4:30 pm and Gardens close at 6 pm on the dates of Fireworks & Fountains Shows. Blankets are not permitted. Chairs are permitted in the Gardens starting at noon.
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Blues to Brews
BEER GARDEN
Dine alfresco with family and friends in our Beer Garden with Victory Brewing Company brews on tap, tasty pub fare, and live music to set the tone. Victory’s seasonal wheat ales brewed with fresh grapefruit, strawberry, peach, and nectarine infusions from our Gardens, tapped throughout the season, provide a smooth finish.
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Beer Garden Hours Every Thursday–Saturday May 9–August 31 4–9 pm Live music from 6–9 pm September 5–October 26 4–8 pm Live music from 5–8 pm Free with Gardens Admission or Member reservation. Beer Garden hours are weather permitting.
Live Music Lineup Marc Silver Bluegrass May 9, 10,11, 25 July 3*, 5, 6 August 16, 22, 23, 24 September 7, 26
Plenty Pepper Caribbean Steel Pan June 14, 21, 22 August 1, 2, 3 September 6
Conjunto Philadelphia Traditional Cuban Son, Cha, Cha, Cha, Bolero June 13, 15 August 9, 10* Ensemble Novo September 13, 27, 28* Brazilian/Tropical Chill October 10 May 30 October 3 Poor Man’s Gambit Traditional Celtic Stevie and the May 23, 24, 26* Bluescasters June 6 Blues July 18, 19 June 27, 28, 29 August 15, 29 August 30, 31 September 5 October 17 Fish Harmonics American Roots Polkadelphia August 8 Polka New and Old September 12, 20, 21 the [mma] project October 11, 12, 24, Eclectic Acoustic 25, 26 June 8 July 20* Acoustic Turnpike August 17 Progressive bluegrass September 1*, 14 June 20 September 19 Bob Beach Duo October 5 Blues June 7 View our complete July 25, 26, 27 music schedule at longwoodgardens. *Available only org/beer-gardento Fireworks lineup. & Fountains ticketholders. Musette Project Gypsy Jazz and French Swing May 16, 17, 18 July 11, 12, 13
Meet the Brewer August 16, 6–7 pm Sip along as you meet the experts from Victory Brewing Company and Longwood, learn about the brewing process, and discover what ingredients were grown in our Gardens to craft our signature brews. Our Meet the Brewer event is part of our Festive Friday: Brews & Bands event, rounded out with live music and our Rockin’ the Red, White, and Blue Illuminated Fountain Performance. Turn to page 14 of this brochure to learn more.
Dining Hours The Café May 9–August 31 Sunday–Wednesday, 10 am–5 pm Thursday–Saturday, 10 am–9 pm September 1–October 27 Sunday–Wednesday, 10 am–5 pm Thursday–Saturday, 10 am–8 pm 1906 May 9–August 31 Sunday–Wednesday, 11:30 am–3:30 pm Thursday–Saturday, 11:30 am–7:30 pm September 1–October 27 Sunday–Wednesday, 11:30 am–3:30 pm Thursday–Saturday, 11:30 am–6:30 pm 7
FIRST BLUSH MAY
May at Longwood is a time of fresh air and fresh adventures. Kick off summer with the return of our Main Fountain Garden, a flower-filled Mother’s Day Weekend, and this year’s long-awaited opening of our breathtaking Waterlily Display and colorful Student Exhibition Garden. The month of May also features our very first Festive Friday theme night!
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Our Fountains Frolic Enjoy more fountain shows than ever before—complete with new Illuminated Fountain Performances—beginning May 9. Turn to page 2 of this brochure to learn more.
Festive Friday: Art in the Gardens May 17, 5–10 pm Get inspired as you stroll the Main Fountain Garden and watch plein air artists at work (5–8 pm). Sweeten the evening with an Éclat Chocolate tasting in The GardenShop (6–8 pm). Enjoy themed organ demonstrations (5:45 and 6:45 pm) and fountain performances (6:15 and 8:15 pm). Learn about the Main Fountain Garden and Conservatory with free Spotlight Talks (5:30 and 6:30 pm) and a narrated fountain performance (7:15 pm). Climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a bird’s eye view (6–8 pm). Conclude your evening with our Pictures at a Fountain Exhibition Illuminated Fountain Performance (9:15 pm). Additional offerings include: 6–8 pm: Busker-style entertainment in the Pumphouse Plaza 6–9 pm: Live Music in the Beer Garden: Musette Project 7:15 pm: Behind the Scenes: Under the Fountains tour (special ticket required) Visit longwoodgardens.org for a full list of Art in the Gardens activities.
And the Winner Is… Audience Choice: Fountain Performance May 24 You decide our Illuminated Fountain Performance! Vote for your preferred show when you arrive beginning at noon and then find out the winner at showtime (9:15 pm).
Special Program Highlights Mother’s Day Weekend May 9–May 12
Dahlia Delights May 11, 9 am–3 pm
Join us for Mother’s Day Weekend! Gather the family for a spectacular evening fountain performance Thursday, May 9 through Saturday, May 11 when the Gardens are open until 10 pm, or enjoy a Sunday, May 12 stroll when the Gardens are open until 6 pm. Free timed Member reservations are required after 3 pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday; no timed Member reservations are required on Sunday.
Get a head start on late summer blooms and take a beautiful dahlia home with you when The Greater Philadelphia Society sponsors its annual Dahlia Society Tuber Sale on Saturday, May 11 from 9 am to 3 pm at our Visitor Center. Members of the Society donate tubers from their previous year’s crop and will be on hand to provide selection, planting, and growing advice.
Horticulture Highlights Elevating Our Outdoor Gardens
Waterlily Wonders
At the helm of innovative thinking and implementation across our outdoor gardens is our Director of Outdoor Landscapes Andrea Brunsendorf. Brunsendorf came to Longwood in March 2018 from The Honorable Society of the Inner Temple in London; previously served as a gardener at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in London; and has studied and trained at gardens across the globe, including South Africa, Germany, France, Botswana, Jerusalem, and the US … including a stint as an international ornamental horticultural trainee at Longwood.
Tucked into a protected courtyard, our stunning Waterlily Display is the farthest thing from a wallflower. Our beautiful display of more than 100 types of dayand night-blooming hardy and tropical waterlilies from around the world opens for the season on Saturday, May 25.
Since her arrival, Brunsendorf and her team have worked to elevate our outdoor gardens, lending her imaginative, far-reaching perspective to their approach and design. Brunsendorf’s initial work has included the recent addition of a container display at the Main Fountain Garden’s Rectangular Basin to complement the infrastructure of the fountains and serve as a visual bridge between the Main Fountain Garden and adjacent Hillside Garden. Among many other efforts in the works, Brunsendorf and her team have also started work on introducing a multi-layered border and new ornamental features in the Idea Garden … an approach that will come to beautiful fruition in the coming seasons.
Learn more about our Waterlily Display (and start one of your own!) with our free online Everything About Aquatics class. Led by Senior Horticulturist Tim Jennings, the course delves into how we care for our collection and how to create and care for your own aquatic garden. Registration opens May 9 at longwoodgardens.org/ everything-about-aquatics. Want even more waterlilies? Join us for our Wonders of the Waterlilies talks on select mornings and evenings in July, August, and September. Learn more at longwoodgardens.org.
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TICKLED PINK JUNE
Hey, June. Summer is in full swing here in our Gardens, with vibrant colors awash in our Rose Garden and Peony Garden, and a Festive Friday perfect for families. June is to the tune of family fun, dazzling horticulture, our renowned 2019 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition … and much more.
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Festive Friday: Wish Upon a Star June 14, 5:30–10 pm Find family fun around every corner, from the top of our Chimes Tower (6–8 pm) to our three treehouses and two children’s gardens! Embark on a self-guided scavenger hunt through the Main Fountain Garden, enjoy organ demonstrations (5:45 and 6:45 pm) and fountain performances set to the music of animated films (6:15 and 8:15 pm). Learn about the Main Fountain Garden and Conservatory with free Spotlight Talks (5:30 and 6:30 pm) and a narrated fountain performance (7:15 pm). Savor special concessions and round out this magical evening with our Be Our Guest Illuminated Fountain Performance (9:15 pm). Children are welcome to dress in costumes from their favorite films. We simply request no masks or offensive costumes. Additional offerings include: 6–8 pm: Busker-style entertainment in the Pumphouse Plaza 6–9 pm: Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 7:15 pm: Behind the Scenes: Under the Fountains tour (special ticket required) Visit longwoodgardens.org for a full list of Wish Upon a Star activities.
And the Winner Is… Audience Choice: Fountain Performance June 21 You decide our Illuminated Fountain Performance! Vote for your preferred show when you arrive beginning at noon and then find out the winner at showtime (9:15 pm).
Special Program Highlights Garden Chat: Petals and Spirals June 11 6–7:30 pm Gardens Premium Members can chat with Outdoor Landscape Manager Troy Sellers and Horticulturist Seth Strickland while exploring the wistful Rose Garden and fanciful Topiary Garden. Sellers and Strickland will share the history of these popular gardens, as well as planting designs, growing tips, and more. Free for Gardens Premium Members. Advance registration required; space is limited.
New Fountain Performances this Month Dance along to energetic Latin beats with Bailando: Latin Rhythms (June 15); take a Classic Rock Road Trip to the tunes of Bruce Springsteen, Tom Cochrane, and more (June 28); and join in as Songs You Know By Heart encourages a fun group sing-along experience (June 29). See the complete fountain performance schedule at longwoodgardens.org/ illuminated.
International Organ Competition: Pedals and Petals June 18–22 Hailing from New Zealand to New York, this month we welcome 10 of the brightest young stars of the organ world to compete amid the beauty of our Gardens during the 2019 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition. Held every three years, the competition consists of preliminary rounds on June 18 and 19, followed by a final round on June 22. A distinguished panel of experts will judge the competition as competitors play the 10,010-pipe The Longwood Organ, one of the world’s largest concert organs that has been restored to its original 1930 condition and incorporates today’s most innovative technology. Tickets are available at longwoodgardens.org.
Horticulture Highlights Rosy Outlook June 8, 1–6 pm Take in an impressive display of roses, on view for just one afternoon, at our Rose Show on Saturday, June 8 from 1–6 pm. Hosted by the Del-Chester Rose Society, this competitive show (free with Gardens Admission) is located in the Terra Cotta room on the lower level of the Terrace Restaurant. After the show, follow your nose to our fragrant Rose Garden, which showcases the planting arrangements and architectural elements typical of the early 20th century, and our fragrant Rose Arbor covered with pink roses. 11
Summer Calendar Behind the Scenes Tour: Main Fountain Garden Experience the Main Fountain Garden from the inside out in this tour traveling from above ground to the vast tunnel system below.
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
11 Dahlia Society Tuber Sale 9 am–3 pm Location: Visitor Center While supplies last
Select dates at 1:15 and 3:15 pm $20 Non-Members/$18 Members Please note: This ticket does not include Gardens Admission. Spotlight Talks Come discover more about Longwood during engaging 30-minute Spotlight Talks. Explore different facets of our history and gardens on select days with one of our expert staff.
Mother’s Day Weekend Music in the Conservatory Guitar Duo, 12–3 pm Flute and Violin Duo, 4–6 pm
I nside the Hive 9 am–12 pm*
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
Select dates at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm. Free with Gardens Admission. Check for the location of the talks in the Visitor Center 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. Select dates at 2 pm. Free with Gardens Admission. Check for the location of the talks in the Visitor Center on the day of your visit.
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13 Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
14 Family Story Time 10 & 10:45 am
Tips for Turf Diagnosis: Insect and Disease Management 1–4 pm* 15
May 7 Family Story Time
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other’s Day Weekend M Music in the Conservatory Guitar Duo, 12–3 pm Flute and Violin Duo, 4–6 pm
pplication Deadline A Professional Horticulture Program**
Pest Identification 9 am–12 pm*
10 & 10:45 am
16 Live Music in the Beer Garden:
estival of Fountains F On View Now–September 29
17 Meadow Bluebird Walk
ainting with Natural Dyes P (morning) 9 am–12 pm*
Musette Project 6–9 pm
10:30–11:30 am
Festive Friday: Art in the Gardens 5–10 pm
Painting with Natural Dyes (afternoon) 1:30–4:30 pm*
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Musette Project 6–9 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
Plants for Pollinators 18
10 Meadow Bluebird Walk 10:30–11:30 am
9 am–12 pm*
Member Orientation 9:30 & 11 am*** Live Music in the Beer Garden: Musette Project 6–9 pm
rom Fossils to Field Work: F Preserving Plants 8 am–12 pm*
arillon Performance: Lisa Lonie C 2 pm
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21 Family Story Time 10 & 10:45 am
June Rose Arbor Expected to Be In Bloom 1
22 Forest Ecology Walk 10:30–11:30 am
23 Live Music in the Beer Garden:
3 Student Exhibition Garden Talk
Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm
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12:30–1 pm
4 Family Story Time 10 & 10:45 am
elaware Photographic D Society Exhibit On View Now–September 29 Location: Visitor Center
Meadow Bluebird Walk 10:30–11:30 am
5 The Heritage of Seeds: Growing Historically Important Crops 9 am–4 pm*
nderutilized Herbaceous Plants U 3-part class June 5, 12, 19 5–7 pm*
udience Choice: A Fountain Performance 9:15 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm 25
aterlily Display W Now On View
Beginner Bird Hike 9–10:30 am Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm Meadow Birding Hike 26 9–11:30 am
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm**** Fireworks & Fountains Show: To Philly, With Love 9:15 pm1
ine & Jazz Festival W 2–10 pm1 Gardens closed all day to non-ticketholders
All-Purpose Annuals (Part One) 6 3-part class June 6, 13, 20 6–8 pm*
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm 7
ember Appreciation Day M 9 am–10 pm
Meadow Bluebird Walk 10:30–11:30 am
he Savoy Company Presents: T The Yeomen of the Guard 8:30 pm2
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Bob Beach Duo 6–9 pm
8 Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
Birds of Longwood Walk 27 9–11 am
Family Story Time 28 10 & 10:45 am Live Music in the Beer Garden: 30 Ensemble Novo 6–9 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: 31 TBD 6–9 pm
Wine & Jazz All Stars 7:30 pm1
ember Orientation M 9:30 am***
attle this Way W 1–4 pm*
Rose Show 1–6 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: the [mma] project 6–9 pm
he Savoy Company Presents: T The Yeomen of the Guard 8:30 pm2
9 Carillon Performance: Janet Tebbel 2 pm
Birds of Longwood Walk 10 9–11 am
Student Exhibition Garden Talk 12:30–1 pm Petals and Spirals 11 Garden Chat: 3
21 Organ Crawl: 1Atlantic City 8 am–5:30 pm
Meadow Bluebird Walk 10:30–11:30 am
udience Choice: A Fountain Performance 9:15 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 6–9 pm
6–7:30 pm
12 Meadow Ecology Walk 10:30–11:30 am
alletX B 7:30 pm1
13 Live Music in the Beer Garden: Conjunto Philadelphia 6–9 pm
14 Meadow Bluebird Walk
10:30–11:30 am
estive Friday: Wish Upon a Star F 5:30–10 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 6–9 pm
15 A Day of Bonsai with Marco Invernizzi 9:30 am–4 pm*
eadow Garden Wildflower Walk M 10:30 am–12 pm
Build a Wave Hill Chair 1–4 pm*
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Conjunto Philadelphia 6–9 pm
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 16 10:30 am–12 pm
even Things I Learned: S An Evening with Ira Glass 7:30 pm1
Student Exhibition Garden Talk 17 12:30–1 pm
18 International Organ Competition Preliminary Round 2 & 7 pm1
19 International Organ Competition Preliminary Round 2 & 7 pm1
22 Beginner Bird Hike 9–10:30 am
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 6–9 pm International Organ Competition Final Round 12 & 6 pm1
23 Meadow Birding Hike 9–11:30 am
Leslie Odom, Jr. 7:30 pm1
24 Digital Garden Photography Basic I Online Course*
Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am Summer Camp: Make a Splash June 24–28 9 am–4 pm4 Student Exhibition Garden Talk 12:30–1 pm Dive into Green Careers 25
& Get WET! Teacher Professional Development 9 am–3 pm4
26 The Wild World of Water
Teacher Professional Development 9 am–3 pm4
Live Music in the Beer Garden: 27 Stevie and the Bluescasters 6–9 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: 28 Stevie and the Bluescasters 6–9 pm
29 Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
20 Organ Crawl: 1Philadelphia 8:45 am–6 pm
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Acoustic Turnpike 6–9 pm
A Beginner’s Approach to Garden Photography 1–6 pm* Live Music in the Beer Garden: Stevie and the Bluescasters 6–9 pm
Carillon Performance: 30 Alex Johnson 2 pm
Rosanne Cash and Band— She Remembers Everything 7:30 pm1
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Musette Project 6–9 pm
July Student Exhibition Garden Talk 1 12:30–1 pm
Orchestra 2 The Philadelphia 1 7:30 pm
Carillon Performance: 14 Liesbeth Janssens 2 pm
Members-only Evening 6–10 pm Performance by Love Canon at 7:30 in the Orchard and Main Fountain Garden performances at 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, and 9:15 pm
15 Introduction to Botanical Illustration 6-part class July 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19 9 am–12 pm*
3 Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver**** 6–9 pm
Fireworks & Fountains Show: Star Spangled Spectacular 9:15 pm1
5 Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 6 10:30 am–12 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
8 Annuals, Perennials, and Vines
Summer Camp: Discover My Backyard July 15–19 9 am–4 pm4 An Evening of Botanical Illustration 6-part class July 15, 22, 29 August 5, 12, 19 5:30–8:30 pm* Family Story Time 16 10 & 10:45 am
Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am
Online Course*
Summer Camp: Time Travelers July 8–12 9 am–4 pm4 Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am Student Exhibition Garden Talk 12:30–1 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: 18 Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm
Audience Choice: 19
Fountain Performance 9:15 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: 11 Musette Project 6–9 pm
12 Festive Friday: A Night in Paris 5:30–10 pm
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Musette Project 6–9 pm Wonders of the Waterlilies 6:30–7 pm
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm
Meadow Garden 20
Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: the [mma] project 6–9 pm**** Fireworks & Fountains Show: The Piano Men 9:15 pm1
13 Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
Member Orientation 9:30 am*** Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Meadow Garden 21
Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Summer Camp: Into the Woods 22 July 22–26 9 am–4 pm4
August
Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
School Gardening Contained 1 and Unleashed Teacher Professional Development 9 am–4 pm4
Student Exhibition Garden Talk 12:30–1 pm Family Story Time 23 10 & 10:45 am
Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am Live Music in the Beer Garden: 25
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 6–9 pm The Brandywiners, Ltd. Presents: The Producers 8 pm5
Bob Beach Duo 6–9 pm
The Brandywiners, Ltd. Presents: The Producers 8 pm5 26
ember Appreciation Day M 9 am–10 pm
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Wonders of the Waterlilies 6:30–7 pm
The Brandywiners, Ltd. Presents: The Producers 8 pm5
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Bob Beach Duo 6–9 pm The Brandywiners, Ltd. Presents: The Producers 8 pm5 Beginner Bird Hike 27
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Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm What’s Bugging You in Your Garden? 1–4 pm*
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Bob Beach Duo 6–9 pm The Brandywiners, Ltd. Presents: The Producers 8 pm5
Spotted Lantern Fly: What You Need to Know 9–11 am*
9–10:30 am
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 6–9 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 6–9 pm
The Brandywiners, Ltd. Presents: The Producers 8 pm5
4 Carillon Performance: Jesse Ratcliffe 2 pm
28 Meadow Birding Hike 9–11:30 am Carillon Performance: Dick Van Dijk 2 pm
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Summer Camp: Get Growing 29
Student Exhibition Garden Talk 12:30–1 pm
July 29–August 2 9 am–4 pm4
Student Exhibition Garden Talk 12:30–1 pm
egistration Open R K–12 On-Site Programs, Virtual Field Trips for 2019–20 school year, and Fall Scout Programs
6 Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am
Family Story Time 30 10 & 10:45 am
Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am
erennials P 6-part class August 6, 13, 20, 27 September 3, 10, 17 6:30–8:30 pm*
8 Live Music in the Beer
Garden: Fish Harmonics 6–9 pm
9 Audience Choice:
Fountain Performance 9:15 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Conjunto Philadelphia 6–9 pm
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he Traveling Tomato and T Other Versatile Veggies 1–4 pm*
arillon Performance: C Daniel Kehoe 2 pm
irds of Longwood Walk 10 B 9–11 am Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Conjunto Philadelphia 6–9 pm**** Fireworks & Fountains Show: Swan Lake 9:15 pm1
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ardens Preferred & Gardens G Premium Member Pre-Sale: 2019–2020 Performance Series Sale begins at 9 am irds of Longwood Walk B 9–11 am
13 Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am
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ublic Sale: 2019–2020 P Performance Series Sale begins at 9 am
15 Summer Flowering Bulbs 3-part class August 15, 22, 29 5–7 pm*
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm
Festive Friday: Brews & Bands 16 5:30–10 pm
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Marc Silver 6–9 pm Wonders of the Waterlilies 6:30–7 pm
Orientation 17 Member
9:30 am***
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
22 Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
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ember Appreciation Day M 9 am–10 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
24 Beginner Bird Hike 9–10:30 am
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 6–9 pm
25 Meadow Birding Hike 9–11:30 am
Members-only Evening 6–10 pm Performance by Mister G at 7:30 in the Orchard and Main Fountain Garden performances at 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, and 9:15 pm
26 Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
27 Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am
Live Music in the Beer Garden: 29 Poor Man’s Gambit 6–9 pm
30 Live Music in the Beer Garden: Stevie and the Bluescasters 6–9 pm
Wonders of the Waterlilies 6:30–7 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: the [mma] project 6–9 pm Kennett Symphony 7:30 pm6
31 Meadow Garden
Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Stevie and the Bluescasters 6–9 pm
September 1 Live Music in the Beer
12 Landscape Design II
10-part class September 12, 19, 26 October 3,10,17, 24, 31 November 7, 14, 21 6:30–8:30 pm*
Garden: the [mma] project**** 5–8 pm
Fireworks & Fountains Show: Night at the Movies II 8:15 pm1
Wonders of the Waterlilies 3 10:30–11 am
Jesse & Joy 7:30 pm1 Edible Plants 5
6-part class September 5,12,19, 26 October 3, 10 5–7 pm*
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Poor Man’s Gambit 5–8 pm 6
ember Appreciation Day M 9 am–9 pm
hoto Op! P 5:30–10 pm*
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Polkadelphia 5–8 pm
13 Meandering through the
Meadows of the Brandywine 8 am–5 pm*
Basic Floral Design I 3-part class September 13, 20, 27 9 am–4 pm*
ive Music in the Beer Garden: L Conjunto Philadelphia 5–8 pm
14 Member Orientation 9:30 & 11 am***
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Pastels in Plein Air 4-part class September 6, 13, 20, 27 1–4 pm*
Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania Flower Show 1–9 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: the [mma] project 5–8 pm
Festive Friday: Hooray for Hollywood 5:30–9 pm
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper 5–8 pm eadow Garden 7 M Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 5–8 pm
8 Carillon Performance: Doug Gefvert 2 pm
9 Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
10 Weed Identification
15 Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania Flower Show 9 am–6 pm
16 An Evening of
Botanical Illustration 9-part class September 16, 23 October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 11,18 6–8:30 pm*
17 Family Story Time 10 & 10:45 am
Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am
9 am–12 pm*
amily Story Time F 10 & 10:45 am
18 Meadow Ecology Walk
onders of the Waterlilies W 10:30–11 am
ips for Turf Diagnosis: T Insect and Disease Management 1–4 pm*
Aquatic Plants 3-part class September 18, 25 October 2 6:30–8:30 pm*
10:30–11:30 am
19 Waterlilies in Oil Pastels 8:30–11:30 am*
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Acoustic Turnpike 5–8 pm
27 Live Music in the Beer
Garden: Conjunto Philadelphia 5–8 pm
Wonders of the Waterlilies 6:30–7 pm
20 Audience Choice:
28 Beginner Bird Hike
Meadow Garden Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Fountain Performance 8:15 pm ive Music in the Beer L Garden: Polkadelphia 5–8 pm
Wonders of the Waterlilies 6:30–7 pm
Meadow Garden 21
Wildflower Walk 10:30 am–12 pm
Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society Show 1–9 pm Meet Us in the Meadow Live Music in the Beer Garden: Polkadelphia 5–8 pm eadow Birding Hike 22 M 9–11:30 am
9–10:30 am
Live Music in the Beer Garden: Conjunto Philadelphia 5–8 pm**** Fireworks & Fountains Show: Queens of Soul 8:15 pm4
Fireworks & Fountains Show
Members-only
Horticulture
Family Fun
Performance
Education
Beer Garden Event
Festive Friday
1 S pecial ticket required: longwoodgardens.org or 610.388.1000. 2 S pecial ticket required: savoy.org
Get on the “A List:” Hollywood Inspired Event Workshop 9 am–4 pm*
3 Free for Gardens Premium Members. Registration required: longwoodgardens.org.
Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society Show 9 am–6 pm
5 Special ticket required: brandywiners.org
Carillon Performance: John Widmann 2 pm
Members-only Evening 6–10 pm Performance by Gina Chavez at 7:30 in the Orchard and Main Fountain Garden performances at 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, and 9:15 pm
4 To register: longwoodgardens.org or 610.388.5377.
6 Special ticket required: kennettsymphony.org or 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 apply: longwoodgardens.org/ education *** A dvanced registration required: longwoodgardens.org/memberorientation or 610.388.1000. **** Available only to Fireworks & Fountains ticketholders.
23 Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am
24 Family Story Time
See details for all Festive Fridays at longwoodgardens.org.
Wonders of the Waterlilies 10:30–11 am
See details for all birding programs, walks, talks, and Family Story Time on longwoodgardens.org.
10 & 10:45 am
26 Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 5–8 pm
Beer Garden events are free with Timed Admission Ticket or Member reservation. Please note, all ticketed events are limited. Sell out likely.
GREEN LIGHT JULY
It’s go time. The long, lazy days of summer are upon us … which means even more time for new discoveries, especially with our nighttime offerings and Festive Friday event. Cool off with new fountain shows and find respite in gardens that not only provide shade from the summer sun, but invigorate the summer soul.
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Festive Friday: A Night in Paris July 12, 5:30–10 pm Say “oui!” as we transport you to a starry night in Paris in the beauty of our Gardens. Relax in the Main Fountain Garden, take in a breathtaking view from the top of our Chimes Tower (6–8 pm), step inside a Monet painting with our Wonders of the Waterlilies talk (6:30 pm), and sway to themed organ demonstrations (5:45 and 6:45 pm) and fountain performances (6:15 and 8:15 pm). Themed concessions sweeten the evening, as does an Éclat Chocolate tasting in The GardenShop (6–8 pm) and our elegant Monet’s Garden Illuminated Fountain Performance (9:15 pm). Additional offerings include: 6–8 pm: Busker-style entertainment in the Pumphouse Plaza 6–9 pm: Live Music in the Beer Garden: Musette Project 7:15 pm: Behind the Scenes: Under the Fountains tour (special ticket required) Visit longwoodgardens.org for a full list of A Night in Paris activities.
And the Winner Is… Audience Choice: Fountain Performance July 19 You decide our Illuminated Fountain Performance! Vote for your preferred show when you arrive beginning at noon and then find out the winner at showtime (9:15 pm).
Special Program Highlights New Fountain Performances this Month
Annuals, Perennials, and Vines—Online
Pay tribute to our beloved Philadelphia with To Philly, With Love (July 5) and boogie down with Dolly Parton, Hank Williams, and more legends with Straight Up Country (July 6). See the complete fountain performance schedule at longwoodgardens.org/illuminated.
6-week online course Opens July 8 Expand your plant knowledge at the times most convenient for you. Learn key identifying characteristics of a variety of plants and how best to use them in the landscape, adding a burst of color and exciting textures and blooms. Register at longwoodgardens.org/enroll.
Horticulture Highlights Keep Your Cool While the season heats up at Longwood, keep cool in a number of shaded, tucked-away spaces that provide a beautiful respite from the summer sun. One such place for rest and relaxation is among the towering trees of Peirce’s Park, a woodland stretch dotted with benches that leads you to the peaceful Sylvan Fountain. A huge stand of Aesculus parviflora (bottlebrush buckeye) behind the fountain blooms with candelabra-like inflorescences in July. Look carefully and you’ll find a narrow mulch path through the grove, where you can stand within a shaded bubble of blooms and hear the splashing of the fountain jets. 13
TRUE BLUE AUGUST
With August comes an awakening … the start of the school year is looming, making this month a fantastic time to soak up time with family. From exploring our three treehouses (the perfect places to take in a bird’s-eye view) to splashing in our Indoor Children’s Garden and outdoor Children’s Corner (the perfect places for interactive play), August is the time for true blue fun.
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And the Winner Is… Audience Choice: Fountain Performance August 9 You decide our Illuminated Fountain Performance! Vote for your preferred show when you arrive beginning at noon and then find out the winner at showtime (9:15 pm).
Festive Friday: Brews & Bands August 16, 5:30–10 pm Meet the experts from Victory Brewing Company, learn about the brewing process, and discover which ingredients were grown in our Gardens to craft our signature brews (6–7 pm) … a perfect accompaniment to the evening’s themed organ demonstrations (5:45 and 6:45 pm), fountain performances (6:15 and 8:15 pm), special concessions including Victory beer flights, and our Rockin’ the Red, White, and Blue Illuminated Fountain Performance (9:15 pm). Additional offerings include: 6–8 pm: Busker-style entertainment in the Pumphouse Plaza 6–9 pm: Live Music in the Beer Garden: Marc Silver 7:15 pm: Behind the Scenes: Under the Fountains tour (special ticket required) Visit longwoodgardens.org for a full list of Brews & Bands activities.
Tickets On Sale: 2019–2020 Performance Series Gardens Preferred & Gardens Premium Member Pre-sale: Monday, August 12 & Tuesday, August 13 Sale begins at 9 am Public Sale: Wednesday, August 14 Sale begins at 9 am
Special Program Highlights New Fountain Performance this Month From Crocodile Rock to Uptown Girl, our fountains sway to the iconic sounds of Billy Joel and Elton John with The Piano Men (August 15). See the complete fountain performance schedule at longwoodgardens.org/illuminated.
The Traveling Tomato and Other Versatile Veggies August 18, 1–4 pm Join Epic Tomatoes author and vegetable gardening expert Craig LeHoullier as he shares tips for growing the best vegetables in straw bales to nursery pots. Enjoy a fun taste test of some of LeHoullier’s favorite dwarf tomato creations. Register at longwoodgardens.org/enroll.
Horticulture Highlights Take a Hike From shaded woodland paths to sunny wildflower-lined trails, our Gardens provide perfect spots for relaxed strolls as well as more energetic treks. Spanning 86 acres and three miles of walking and hiking trails, the Meadow Garden is not only a fantastic place for a walk … it’s also a shining example of best practices in ecological garden design. While it’s stunning yearround, the Meadow Garden and its native wildflowers awash in its layered terrain of fields to wetlands are breathtaking this month. Take in the view from the fully accessible, partially shaded Meadow Boardwalk; the serene Meadow Valley Walk past an old quarry and spring house; the East Meadow Hike to Hawk Point, an ideal vista for bird viewing; and the all-encompassing Outer Meadow Hike that winds along the outer edges of the Meadow Garden with panoramic views and quiet corners for contemplation.
Explore the Meadow Garden and examine its natural lands during Meet Us in the Meadow on September 21. Learn more on page 17 of this brochure.
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GOLDEN HOURS SEPTEMBER
September is a masterpiece of a month. It’s now that our famed Flower Garden Walk and Waterlily Display are at their peak, our Dahlia Show delights, and our good-as-gold fountains continue to amaze.
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Festive Friday: Hooray for Hollywood September 6, 5:30–9 pm Hip, hip, hooray … for Hollywood! Celebrate the magic of movies with special concessions, themed organ demonstrations (5:45 and 6:45 pm), a themed fountain performance (6:15 pm), live music, and more. Enjoy movie music favorites from Footloose, The Greatest Showman, and more with our new Night at the Movies II Illuminated Fountain Performance (8:15 pm). All guests are welcome to attend, but our Members will enjoy a 20% discount in The GardenShop, The Café, 1906, and Beer Garden on this special Member Appreciation Day. Children are welcome to dress in costumes from their favorite films. We simply request no masks or offensive costumes. Additional offerings include: 5–7 pm: Busker-style entertainment in the Pumphouse Plaza 5–8 pm: Live Music in the Beer Garden: Plenty Pepper Visit longwoodgardens.org for a full list of Hooray for Hollywood activities.
And the Winner Is… Audience Choice: Fountain Performance September 20 You decide our Illuminated Fountain Performance! Vote for your preferred show when you arrive beginning at noon and then find out the winner at showtime (8:15 pm).
Special Program Highlights Meet Us in the Meadow September 21 Our Meadow Garden stretches from soil to wide open sky. Discover pollinators, feathered friends, and an abundance of plants while celebrating and exploring this incredible habitat. Our experts share information; conduct walks; and provide an understanding of the connections between the plants, animals, and land that make up the Meadow Garden. Kid-focused nature activities offer family fun and discovery.
New Fountain Performances this Month Revel in The Magic of Mozart (September 5); experience even more movie music favorites with Night at the Movies II during our Hooray for Hollywood Festive Friday (September 6); and enjoy a night at the ballet with the graceful Swan Lake (September 13). See the complete fountain performance schedule at longwoodgardens.org/illuminated.
Please note: Meet Us in the Meadow is held rain or shine.
Horticulture Highlights Dazzling Dahlias September 21, 1–9 pm September 22, 9 am–6 pm Join us as Longwood and The Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society host the Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society Show on Saturday, September 21 from 1–9 pm and Sunday, September 22 from 9 am–6 pm. Brilliant dahlia blooms of many types, sizes, and colors fill the Conservatory during this competitive show (free with Gardens Admission).
The Bounty of Our Idea Garden All summer long, you’ve enjoyed fresh seasonal fare in The Terrace … but did you know that many of the herbs, fruits, and vegetables we serve come from our very own Idea Garden? Using as many organic practices as possible, we grow and harvest seasonal goodies from blackberries to beets. While crops can be harvested throughout the year, September is an especially fruitful month, as we harvest such late summer crops as okra, peppers, and Asian pears, and then transition to such fall crops as cabbage and brussels sprouts. All of the produce harvested from the Idea Garden, which amounts to about 4,000 pounds a year, serves as just one example of our commitment to reinforcing the concept of locally grown food … with delicious results. 17
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MEMBERS-ONLY MOMENTS
Member Orientation May 18 and September 14 9:30 and 11 am June 8, July 13, and August 17 9:30 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 June 7, July 26, August 23, and September 6
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 Award-winning 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
Update Your Email to Stay Informed
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 file or if you would like to update your email address, please visit longwoodgardens.org/email.
Members-Only Evenings Featuring Free Concerts July 14, August 25, and September 22 6–10 pm
Enjoy exclusive Members-only evenings with a free concert in the Orchard (7:30 pm), 5-minute fountain performances (6:15 and 8:15) pm, a 12-minute fountain performance (7:15 pm), and an Illuminated Fountain Performance (9:15 pm). July 14 Concert: Love Canon (Bluegrass meets pop) Illuminated Fountain Performance: Classic Rock Road Trip August 25 Concert: Mister G (Bilingual family fun) Illuminated Fountain Performance: Be Our Guest September 22 Concert: Gina Chavez (Bilingual Latin folk-pop) Illuminated Fountain Performance: The Piano Men No timed reservations required for MembersOnly Evenings. Member guests are welcome but must be accompanied by a Member. Guests not included in a Membership require admission tickets. Complimentary Guest Tickets may be used on these evenings. Chairs and blankets permitted beginning at 5 pm.
Visit the Gardens with Friends
All Membership levels receive two Complimentary Guest Tickets for one-time general admission. Complimentary Guest Tickets can be issued online or onsite at Central Ticketing. For additional details and blackout dates, please visit: longwoodgardens.org/comp-tickets
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AUTUMN’S COLORS
On View October 3–November 17
We continue our tradition of imagination and artistry with our colorful Chrysanthemum Festival, as these tended chrysanthemums ourish, amaze, and challenge perception. Find quiet moments amid our graceful landscape and relish in the enchantment of our Garden Railway and Pumpkin Playground. Savor the last fountain shows and Festive Friday of the year before the Main Fountain Garden takes its bow October 27.
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Gardens Information Gardens Hours May 9–August 31 Sundays–Wednesdays 9 am–6 pm
1906 Savor this artful, full-service dining experience. Reservations can be made via longwoodgardens.org/dine.
Thursdays–Saturdays Extended hours until 10 pm with Illuminated Fountain Performances
Beer Garden Dine under the stars with family and friends while enjoying Victory Brewing Company selections (weather permitting).
Please note: We will be closed Saturday, June 1 to everyone except Wine & Jazz Festival ticketholders. The Gardens will close at 6 pm on Thursday, July 4.
September 1–29 Sundays–Wednesdays 9 am–6 pm Thursdays–Saturdays Extended hours until 9 pm with Illuminated Fountain Performances
Gardens Admission Admission to Festival of Fountains is by Timed Admission Ticket only. Buy your tickets before you arrive as sell out is likely. Adults: $23 Seniors (62+) and College Students with student ID: $20 Youth (5–18): $12 Children 4 & under: Free Members: Free Members require free timed reservations if arriving after 3 pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays throughout Festival of Fountains and through October 27. Gardens Premium Members and those included in their Membership level do not require reservations.
Parking Longwood offers free parking and transportation is provided between remote parking and the Gardens. For Your Convenience Longwood Gardens covers many acres. There are no shuttles within the Gardens. We’re happy to offer the following: – Non-motorized wheelchairs, electric scooters, and children’s strollers are available on a firstcome basis for a fee. Supply limited, reservations not accepted. – Scooters are not available during rainy, snowy, or freezing weather.
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 #FestivalofFountains
Fireworks & Fountains Shows require a separate ticket. 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 Enjoy casual fare made from fresh seasonal ingredients.
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Phone: 610.388.1000 Website: longwoodgardens.org Free WiFi available: Connect to FreeGardenWIFI Our Gardens are smoke-free. Photography credits: Larry Albee, Hank David, Kelly Giarrocco, Becca Mathias, and Daniel Traub
© 2019 Longwood Gardens
PERFORMANCE SERIES
Summer 2019
2019 Summer Performance Series
Join us for an outstanding summer series of Grammy, Tony, and Peabody Awardwinning artists known for their dynamic storytelling, Broadway blockbusters, and showshopping talent, as well as family fun performers and much more. From our historic Open Air Theatre to our serene Orchard, our summer stars shine bright.
Get Your Seats for Our Shows
Tickets for all performances are on sale now. Purchasing online is the most efficient way to get performance tickets: longwoodgardens.org/summer-series. Ticketeting fees apply. Phone orders incur a convenience fee. Tickets purchased to any performance include all-day Gardens Admission. Most, but not all, ticketed performances are sold through Longwood Gardens. See the calendar for how and where to purchase tickets. Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members receive discounts on the entire Summer Performance Series including Wine & Jazz All Stars, the Wine & Jazz Festival, and Fireworks & Fountains Shows. Gardens1, Gardens2, and Gardens5 Members receive discounts to the Wine & Jazz Festival and Fireworks & Fountains Shows. Members, find your discount code on the back cover of this brochure to unlock Member pricing.
Please Note All tickets are limited and sell out is likely. Weather In the event of inclement weather, every effort will be made to hold the performance as scheduled, even in the event of rain. In the event of postponement or cancellation, ticket buyers will be notified.
Summer Stars May
June Wine & Jazz Festival Featuring Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, Stefon Harris & Blackout, Anat Cohen Quartet, Bria Skonberg Quintet, and High & Mighty Brass Saturday, June 1 2–10 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $59 Ages 21 & over $49 Members ages 21 & over $39 Ages 5–20 or designated driver $29 Members ages 5–20 or designated driver
Wine & Jazz All Stars Featuring Delfeayo Marsalis, Stefon Harris, Anat Cohen, and Bria Skonberg Friday, May 31 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $49 Reserved Seating $44 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
Wine & Jazz Bundle Save 15% when you purchase a Wine & Jazz Bundle Ticket for Friday and Saturday $92 Ages 21 years & over $75 Ages 5–20 years or designated driver
The Savoy Company Presents: The Yeomen of the Guard Friday, June 7 Saturday, June 8 8:30 pm Purchase Tickets: savoy.org or 215.735.7161 $29 Reserved Seating $24 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
Leslie Odom, Jr. Sunday, June 23 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $63–$93 Reserved Seating $58–$88 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
BalletX Wednesday, June 12 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $27–$47 Reserved Seating $22–$42 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
Seven Things I Learned: An Evening with Ira Glass Sunday, June 16 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $42–$72 Reserved Seating $37–$67 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
Rosanne Cash and Band— She Remembers Everything Sunday, June 30 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $38–$58 Reserved Seating $33–$53 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
July
August
The Philadelphia Orchestra
Kennett Symphony Symphony Under the Stars: America the Beautiful
Tuesday, July 2 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $55–$85 Reserved Seating $50–$80 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
Saturday, August 17 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: kennettsymphony.org or 610.444.6363 $45–$50 Reserved Seating $40–$45 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
Mister G Sunday, August 25 7:30 pm MEMBERS-ONLY CONCERT Become a Member today: longwoodgardens.org/membership Performance: Orchard Stage
Love Canon Sunday, July 14 7:30 pm MEMBERS-ONLY CONCERT
September
Become a Member today: longwoodgardens.org/membership Performance: Orchard Stage
The Brandywiners, Ltd. Presents: The Producers Thursday, July 25–Saturday, July 27 Thursday, August 1–Saturday, August 3 8 pm Purchase Tickets: brandywiners.org or 1.800.338.6965 $35 Reserved Seating $30 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members $30 Students (ages 13–21) $18 Youth (ages 12 and under) Performance: Open Air Theatre
Jesse & Joy Tuesday, September 3 7:30 pm Purchase Tickets: longwoodgardens.org $37–$57 Reserved Seating $32–$52 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Performance: Open Air Theatre
Gina Chavez Sunday, September 22 7:30 pm MEMBERS-ONLY CONCERT Become a Member today: longwoodgardens.org/membership Performance: Orchard Stage
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