MEMBER RESERVATIONS

Spring is an extremely popular time to visit our Gardens. So that we may provide an extraordinary experience for you, Members require timed reservations Wednesday–Monday (closed Tuesday) from open to close throughout Spring Blooms. Gardens Premium Members and Innovators do not require reservations at any time during Spring Blooms. 

Looking to visit early in the day? Enjoy a special morning hour for Members from 9–10 am every Saturday and Sunday throughout Spring Blooms. Timed Member reservations are still required during this morning hour for Members, but our Gardens will be available only to Members during that time. Reservations are limited, so please plan ahead. 

READ AND DISCUSS WITH US

There are so many ways to celebrate the Community Read in our region. Together with our community partners, we feature a variety of events from book clubs and discussions to author programs and children’s activities, all related to the year’s theme. Find an event at our Gardens or near you and share your thoughts with our community!  

On March 13, in partnership with Mt. Cuba Center, join author Jenny Rose Carey online for a historic overview of Women in Horticulture. Using archival images and the words of the female horticulturists of the time, Carey paints a picture of a movement that brought women to the forefront of the burgeoning gardening movement in the early 20th century. Carey will discuss authors, educators, garden designers, the garden club movement, and conservationists.

Join author Julia Kelly online on March 26 for a discussion of the inspirations behind her book The Last Garden in England . Explore the real-life people and gardens that inspired her to write this historical fiction novel that exemplifies the meaning and solace we can all find in gardens.

UPCOMING GARDEN EVENTS

At our next Science Series event, join Associate Vice President of Science Kate Santos, Ph.D., on February 24 at 1 pm in the Ballroom for an exploration of Longwood’s recent science accomplishments, current research projects, and an outlook for the future. Santos explores how our approach weaves together horticulture, ecology, and agriculture with art, stewardship, conservation, and sustainability, offering us the unique opportunity to demonstrate—and share with you—how cultivation and nature can not only coexist, but thrive. Free with Gardens admission, registration not required. 

Enjoy vibrant, fun displays with our new Floral Features. Crafted by our ever-creative floral design team, these colorful creations are on view for just a limited time and set in varying locations throughout our Gardens.

February 23–March 3
Main Conservatory
Enjoy a tree-form display bursting with varieties of flora inspired by the Mediterranean plant palette of our upcoming West Conservatory.

March 15–24
Peirce-du Pont House Conservatory
Experience an early breath of springtime with a climbing and cascading display of blue and lavender blooms. 

ENCHANTING PERFORMANCES

The Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia trains exceptionally gifted young musicians for careers as performing artists at the highest professional level. Hear the stars of tomorrow, Yesong Sophie Lee and Anton Mejias, as they perform solo and chamber music in these pre-graduation recitals on March 3 at 1 pm and April 14 at 1 pm. Free with Gardens Admission.

Member Orientation

March 10
10:30 am 

Members are invited to join Longwood staff on March 10 at 10:30 am in the Visitor Center Auditorium 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 a fun Gardens activity!   

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Longwood Reimagined Virtual Member Talk

March 14
6 pm 

Our legacy of innovation continues with our most ambitious expansion, reimagination, and preservation of our Conservatory and surrounding landscape in a century. Join Longwood staff online for a virtual Longwood Reimagined Member Talk to learn more about this exciting project and the work that has been done to date, and hear about the exciting plans we have for Longwood Reimagined. 

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GARDENS UPDATES

Just like a garden, buildings need tending and we’re taking these first few months of the new year to care for the Peirce-du Pont House, The Café, and 1906, resulting in closures. The House will be closed through early March. The Café and 1906 will be closed through April, yet plenty of delicious food will be available in climate-controlled tents.

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