WI NT ER Orchid Extravaganza January 18–March 22

Orchid Extravaganza On View January 18–March 22

Opposites attract this season. With bold, vivacious hues found in a sea of golden Oncidium to swirls of salmon Phalaenopsis to a tapestry of vibrant Vanda, our Conservatory is a vision of color and texture. Vivid baskets, columns, orbs, and more fanciful forms elevate our indoor world of whimsy and warmth. Our outdoor gardens illustrate the subtle beauty of the winter landscape, where the dramatic silhouettes of majestic trees and delicate grasses together paint a setting of quiet tranquility. Inside and out, wondrous winter awaits. Expect the Unexpected Showcasing the Diversity of Orchids

We strive to deliver innovative displays the plants are placed facing south while elevating the art and science and their spikes trained along a of horticulture. This year’s Orchid curved metal stake to yield their Extravaganza display is no exception, amazing shape. thanks to its array of orchids that This year, you’ll be treated to a sea are not only beautiful, but also of Cymbidium, as these dramatic, help showcase the diversity of showy orchids in delightful hues of the orchid family. orange, yellow, and green grace our This year, our Exhibition Hall is Conservatory. Native to tropical and adorned with custom-made containers subtropical Asia and Australia, of cascading white Phalaenopsis Sogo Cymbidium are known to carry many Yukidian ‘V3’ and purple Phalaenopsis long-lasting flowers on each stem. Tai Lin Red Angel ‘V31’ hybrid orchids. They also come in a variety of colors, ‘V3’ and ‘V31’ orchids boast unusually are often used in cut arrangements, long flower spikes that hold their and are identified by their grassy flowers for a long time, allowing leaves. While Cymbidium are among for prolonged, breathtaking beauty. the most common orchid genera, Producing these special plants is a these bombastic showstoppers highly specialized process practiced require a great deal of care and by only a small number of expert attention, given their ability to growers in Taiwan. They take four grow incredibly large, forming years to grow, as the plants need to large clumps quickly. produce at least 10 leaves before they Cymbidium from our collection are allowed to flower. The plants are will also be showcased in our grown at elevated temperatures, held North Passage, Acacia Passage, steady day and night, as well as fed and our rotating display of orchids heated water and fertilizer in order to in our East Conservatory. This prevent flowering and build energy in rotating display showcases unusual the plant. Once the plant has reached orchids from our collection, further its necessary size, flowering is initiated highlighting the diversity and varied in two distinct stages and temperature beauty of orchids, all throughout is adjusted to a moderate level, with the season. day and night fluctuations. As the flower spikes develop (taking 4 to 5 months before the first flower opens), Join Us for OrKID Days! January 20, February 17, and March 14 11 am–2 pm

OrKID Days are filled with wonder and fun for families. Join us in the Conservatory and explore the remarkable world of orchids through engaging, interactive activities. Our Great Winter Outdoors Winter at Longwood is the perfect time to experience nature’s beauty at its most tranquil and see our Gardens from a quiet point of view. Here are a few of our horticulturists’ favorite winter spots to experience.

“It may take some time and observation, but there are really beautiful, subtle differences to find in the reds, yellows, browns, and grays in the Meadow Garden. This place gives you a chance to experience a different feeling and embrace a different perspective.” —Joseph Thomas Land Stewardship and Ecology Technician

“In the Meadow Garden, I focus on the tapestry of textures and earth tones created by the interspersion of plant communities amidst the rolling contours of the broader landscape.” —Calvin Cooper Land Stewardship and Ecology Technician “I always enjoy a dusting of snow on the Topiary Garden. It’s dramatic and has a feeling of magic.” —Roger Davis Outdoor Landscapes Manager

“We are lucky to be entrusted with “It’s a special experience walking along the care of the historic Peirce’s Park. the Cow Lot while it is snowing and I love how small I feel as I walk observing the snow gathering on down the center of the allée. Its the winter flowers of the Hamamelis Platanus × acerfolia (London Plane- (Witch-hazel).” tree) is so beautiful in the winter —Andrea Brunsendorf light; with the hollies as an evergreen Outdoor Landscapes Director backdrop, the tree’s white mottled bark is something to see. The allée is also one of the first places to see Eranthis hyemalis (Winter-aconite) in late February, which to me is the harbinger of spring.” —Wendy Gentry Senior Horticulturist Members-only Moments

Member Appreciation Day Member Orientation February 23 January 18, 9 am–5 pm February 22, March 15 and March 28 9 am–6 pm 9:30 & 11 am Join us on Member Appreciation Join Longwood staff for an Day, when Members receive 20% introduction to our Gardens and discounts in The GardenShop, discover all your Membership has 1906, and The Café. Catch to offer. Learn more about your Longwood Gardens: A Personal Tour, Member benefits, visiting tips, an hour-long video featuring our and the history of Longwood. gardens throughout the seasons, Afterward, enjoy our Gardens starting each hour in the Visitor with a special guided tour. Center Auditorium. Enjoy special Free for Members. Registration required at longwoodgardens.org. organ demonstrations at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm, and classic movie theme songs on our piano at 12:30 and 2:30 pm. For more information, or for future Member Appreciation Day dates, visit longwoodgardens.org. Lunch reservations for 1906 are strongly recommended via longwoodgardens.org/dine.

Gardens Preferred Purchase tickets to our Summer & Gardens Premium Performance Series, including Member Pre-sale: Summer Wine & Jazz, in advance of our public sale. See details on Performance Series the Winter Performances pages March 9–10 of this brochure. Sale begins at 9 am

Garden Chat: Update Your Email Library & Archives to Stay Informed February 25 We strive to keep our valued 5:30–7 pm Members informed about our Together, the Longwood Library latest Gardens updates, special & Archives hold a treasure trove offers, Members-only content, of information on horticulture, and events. If your email address botany, and the history of the is not on file or if you would like to Gardens. Gardens Premium update your email address, please Members have the opportunity visit longwoodgardens.org/email. to join Director, Library and Information Services David Visit the Gardens Sleasman and Archivist Alison with Friends Miner for a behind-the-scenes tour All Membership levels receive of this fascinating collection, with two Complimentary Guest Tickets an exclusive look at select pieces, for one-time general admission. unique artifacts, and more. Complimentary Guest Tickets Free for Gardens Premium can be issued online or onsite. Members. Registration required via longwoodgardens.org. For additional details and blackout dates, please visit longwoodgardens.org/ comp-tickets. Wild World of Plants Join Our Community Read

Along with our community partners—gardens, museums, and conservation organizations, as well as many public libraries—we are proud to offer the seventh year of our Community Read, a program designed to encourage reading for pleasure and start a conversation. Throughout winter and spring, we ask readers to push the boundaries of what they thought they knew about botany and dive into the wild world of plants. This year’s books include our first-ever science-fiction selection, a nonfiction showcase of bizarre plants from around the globe, and a reimagined folk tale for our youngest readers.

Get the Books Community Read Events and Start Reading! Attack of the Plant Nerds: This year’s selections challenge Science Fiction vs. Science Fact the human understanding of plant Book Talk and Signing with Sue Burke, life and inspire us to examine the Marc Hachadourian, Bridget Wosczyna, amazing capabilities of plants. and Peter Zale March 28, 6:30–8:30 pm A tale of first contact, Sue Burke’s Longwood Ballroom debut science-fiction novel, Semiosis, follows a group of colonists forced to Join Semiosis author Sue Burke land on a planet they aren’t prepared and a team of plant nerds for an for, where plants are the dominant life evening exploring plants both real forms and humans are their pawns. and imaginary. Burke will discuss the inspiration behind the world of Pax, In Weird Plants, designed for middle as well as answer questions regarding school through adult readers, author her next sci-fi novel, Interference. The Chris Thorogood’s jarring illustrations plant nerds round out the evening by and botanical expertise help sharing tales of their favorite odd and mysterious plants from across unusual plants. the globe leap off the page. Following the talk, continue the For our youngest readers, The conversation in our Conservatory. Enormous Potato by Aubrey Davis Burke will hold a book signing and is a humorous tale of a farmer who the plant nerds will be available to needs help harvesting a giant potato. answer questions. A light dessert Available for purchase: reception adds to the fun. The GardenShop and Advance Registration Required: shop.longwoodgardens.org longwoodgardens.org/cr-events. (while supplies last), as well as major booksellers. Free for Members. Gardens Admission required for non-Members. Available for borrowing: Most New Castle County, DE; Cecil County, MD; Chester County, PA; Cumberland County, PA; Delaware County, PA; and Montgomery County, PA public libraries. #CommunityRead Follow us @LongwoodGardens and share your ideas using #CommunityRead

Evolution of Killer Plants Attack of the Plant Nerds II: April 13, 6–7 pm The Revenge National Mechanics, Philadelphia April 18, 7:30–9:30 pm Longwood Exhibition Hall From cryptic parasitic broomrapes (Orobanche) found in the far reaches Join author and plant expert Chris of Nepal to the myriad forms of Thorogood on a killer plant safari tropical pitcher-plant (Nepenthes) in the comfort of our Conservatory. in Borneo, author Chris Thorogood Following the discussion, explore an shares insight into the mysterious imaginary world of plant evil as we world of “green predator” plants found dim the lights and present the 1960 throughout the world in this lecture cult classic Little Shop of Horrors, in Philadelphia. This presentation is including the chance for some lively part of the Science on Tap Series, a audience participation! You bring gathering in Philadelphia featuring the spirit of fun … we’ll supply the public discussion on science topics. interactive props. Light movie snacks, popcorn, and themed mocktails will Event is free; seating is limited. be available. Visit scienceontapphilly.com for more information. Advance Registration and Fee Required: The Weird, the Wild, the Wonderful longwoodgardens.org/cr-events. April 17, 9:30–11:30 am A book signing with Thorogood follows the film. Longwood Visitor Center Auditorium Follow the journey of renowned plant hunter and illustrator Chris Thorogood, Community Read who has painted his way around the globe, depicting the world’s weirdest Partner Events and wildest rare plants. Take home There are many ways to take part a signed copy of Thorogood’s Weird in the Community Read throughout Plants and your very own Nepenthes the region. Visit longwoodgardens. to continue your appreciation of org/community-read for a list of events carnivorous plants. happening at our partner organizations. Advance Registration and Fee Required: longwoodgardens.org/cr-events. Winter Calendar

Spotlight Talks: Orchid Extravaganza Enjoy a guided walk and discover more January about the spectacular horticulture featured in our Conservatory during Orchid Extravaganza. 16 Applications Open Select dates at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm Teen Volunteer Program1 Free with Gardens Admission Conservatory Closed All Day for Check longwoodgardens.org for A Longwood Christmas Removal offerings on the day of your visit. Outdoor gardens are open 9 am–5 pm OrKID Days OrKID Days are filled with wonder and fun for families. Join us in the 7 Conservatory Closed All Day for Conservatory and explore the remarkable A Longwood Christmas Removal world of orchids. Outdoor gardens are open 9 am–5 pm January 20, February 17, and March 14 11 am–2 pm Free with Gardens Admission 9 Conifers 8 Birds of Longwood Walk 7-part class 9 –11 a m January 9, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 20 3–5 pm2 9 Planting Design 7-part class February 9,16, 23 12 Birds of Longwood Walk March 1, 8, 15, 22 9–11 am 8:30–11:30 am2

18 Orchid Extravaganza 14 Ann Fontanella, On View strolling violinist January 18–March 22 1– 4 pm

Member Orientation 17 9:30 & 11 am3 OrKID Day 11 am–2 pm Everything About Orchids Free Online Open Course Available 18 Longwood Lecture Series: Director’s Cut: Rethinking the Role of Woody Plants 20 OrKID Day 6:30–8:30 pm4 11 am–2 pm

17 20 Orchid Extravaganza Sale 26 Organ Series: Begins at 9 am Michael Smith Visitor Center 3 pm While Supplies Last

29 Landscape Design I 8-part class 17 21 Orchid Extravaganza Sale January 29 Begins at 9 am February 5, 12, 19, 26 Visitor Center March 4, 11, 18 While Supplies Last 1–4 pm2 Spring Training: Beginner Digital Garden Photography Online Course (with 3 live sessions) February March 6, April 18, May 2 8 –11 a m 2 Macro Photography: 1 Application Deadline Carnivorous Plants (Morning) 2 College & University 8 am–12 pm Internship Program1

1722 Orchid Extravaganza Sale Begins at 9 am 4 Spring Scout Programs Visitor Center Registration Opens While Supplies Last

Spring Teacher Professional Member Orientation Development Registration 9:30 & 11 am3 Opens

Summer Camp Registration Opens 1723 Member Appreciation Day 9 am–5 pm

6 Wicked and Wearable Plants: Jewelry 25 Garden Chat: 9 am –12:30 pm 2 Library & Archives 5:30 –7 p m 5

7 Application Deadline Teen Volunteer Program1 26 Understanding Plants 14 Scout Programs 7-part class 9:30–11:30 am7 February 26 March 4, 11, 18, 25 OrKID Day April 1, 8 11 am–2 pm 4–6 pm2 Teacher Professional Development: The “Ah” Factor: 28 Classical Series: Nature as Therapy for Educators Berlin Philharmonic 1– 4 pm4 Piano Quartet 8 pm6 1715 Member Appreciation Day 9 am–6 pm 29 Jazz Series: Joey Alexander Trio What’s All the Buzz? 2 8 pm 6 9 am–12 pm Scout Programs 9:30 –11:30 am 7 Organ Series: March Andrew Senn 3 pm

1 Classical Series: Curtis Student Recital 17 Broad-Leaved Evergreens Yan Liu, clarinet 7-part class 1 pm March 17, 24, 31 April 7, 14, 21, 28 6:30– 8:30 pm 2 17 9 Gardens Preferred & Gardens Premium Member 19 A World of Music Series: Pre-Sale: March 9–10 Noa with Gil Dor Summer Performance Series 8 pm6 Sale begins at 9 am Purchase tickets for our Summer Performance Series in advance 22 Meadow Birding Hike of the public sale. 9 –11: 3 0 a m

If eligible, your discount code is printed on the back of this brochure.  23 Birds of Longwood Walk 9 –11 p m Birds of Longwood Walk Annuals, Perennials, and Vines 9 –11 a m Online Course2 Edibles, Bulbs, and Houseplants  1711 Summer Performance Series Online Course2 Public Sale Sale begins at 9 am 17 25 Orchid Extravaganza Sale Deer Resistant Bulbs Begins at 9 am 4-part class Visitor Center March 11, 25 While Supplies Last April 8 (Optional exam April 15) 6:30–8:30 pm2 17 26 Orchid Extravaganza Sale Begins at 9 am 13 Organ Series: Visitor Center Peter Richard & POLYPHONIA While Supplies Last 8 pm6

 17 27 Orchid Extravaganza Sale Begins at 9 am Visitor Center While Supplies Last

Creative Writing: Telling a Plant’s Story 9 am–3 pm2

1728 Spring Blooms On View Education March 28–May 3

Horticulture Orchid Extravaganza Sale Begins at 9 am Visitor Center Performance While Supplies Last

Members-only Beginner Bird Hike 9 –10:30 am Family Fun Member Orientation 9:30 & 11 am3

Scout Programs 1 To apply: longwoodgardens.org. 7 9:30–11:30 am 2 Advance registration & fee required: Plant Monster Creations longwoodgardens.org/enroll, 1–5 pm2 610.388.5454. For a complete list of our Continuing Education Attack of the Plant Nerds: opportunities, visit us online. Science Fiction vs. Science Fact 3 Advance registration required. 6:30–8:30 pm4 longwoodgardens.org/member- orientation, 610.388.1000.

 Branches All Around 4 Advance registration required: 29 longwoodgardens.org. 9 am–12 pm2 5 Free for Gardens Premium Scout Programs Members. Registration required: 9: 30 –11: 30 am 7 longwoodgardens.org. 6 Special ticket required: Classical Series: longwoodgardens.org Curtis Student Recital or 610.388.1000. Sydney Lee, cello with 7 Advance registration and Noreen Polera, accompanist fee required at least 3 weeks 1 pm in advance. To register: longwoodgardens.org or 610.388.5377.  31 Teacher Professional Enjoy a complimentary coffee Development: Sensory Sprouts reception with the artist after 4–6 pm4 select performances.

Birds of Longwood Walks, Beginner Bird Hikes, and Meadow Birding Hikes require outdoor clothing and shoes/boots. Binoculars are recommended. Join us for Member Orientation. Meet Longwood staff for an introduction to our Gardens and discover all your Membership has to offer. Afterward, enjoy our Gardens with a special guided tour. Is the class you want sold out? Email help-ce@longwoodgardens. org or call 610.388.5454 to be put on our wait list. Please note: All ticketed events are limited. Sell out likely. The Indoor Children’s Garden is closed for maintenance from January 7 through February 7, reopening February 8.

Highlights from Our Gardens

Our Fellows are on the Move Field placement is an integral component of the Fellows Program, Our Fellows are going places! Our guided by the legacy of Longwood 2019–20 Fellows have finalized their founder and visionary business leader two-month field placement locations, Pierre S. du Pont and grounded in which will take them to gardens the disciplines of leadership, around the world as part of their organizational behavior, and 13-month Fellows leadership nonprofit management. During development program. In February, their field placements, our Fellows Nanette Wraith and Barbara Wheeler will study and learn about their host will head to The Morton Arboretum organizations’ structure, culture, and in Lisle, IL for separate projects; approach to staff management and Shawna Jones to National Parks leadership. Along the way, the Fellows Board Singapore; Becky Paxton to will develop a deep understanding of The Huntington in San Marino, CA; leadership, immersing themselves in Mae Lin Plummer to Royal Botanic projects that help each of their host Garden in Edinburgh, UK; and organizations achieve strategic goals. Abra Lee to Chateaux Villandry in Villandry, France.

Follow Our Fellows! Look for updates, musings, and findings from our Fellows during their time around the world at longwoodgardens.org/follow-the-fellows, on the Longwood blog at longwoodgardens.org/blog, and #followthefellows on Twitter. Take a Riviera Holiday a stunning display of succulents— in Philadelphia and learn about our plant exploration program’s past, present, and future, Take a journey through the story and its lasting impact on the field of Longwood’s plant exploration of horticulture. program with our exhibit at the 2020 Philadelphia Flower Show “Longwood is proud to support the from February 29 through March 8. Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Located in the Philadelphia Flower by creating a unique exhibit for the Show’s Horticourt, Longwood’s Philadelphia Flower Show,” shares exhibit celebrates the flower show’s Longwood’s Vice President of Riviera Holiday theme—inspired by Horticulture Sharon Loving. the world’s exotic Mediterranean “Plant exploration is the key to gardens—with a focus on the impact Longwood’s beautiful, diverse displays of our plant exploration program. and we’re delighted to share that story with the Philadelphia Flower Show The exhibit will showcase the audience. The largest and longest- achievements of one of our very first running horticulture event in the plant exploration trips: a 1957 journey nation, it’s the standard by which throughout the Mediterranean that all other flower shows are measured.” covered 15,000 miles and resulted in 2,800 plant collections. Visitors to the For more information on the 2020 exhibit can view some of the plants Philadelphia Flower Show visit resulting from this trip—along with theflowershow.com. 2020 Scout Programs and Summer Camps Registration Opens February 4

Bears: Fur, Feathers, and Ferns Adventure Discover the world of plants and insects in our Gardens.

Webelos: Into the Woods Adventure Journey through the Gardens and discover the role of trees and plants in our ecosystem.

Juniors: Flowers Legacy Naturalist Badge Learn about Longwood’s diverse garden areas and unique flowering plants growing year-round in our 4-acre Conservatory. Scout Programs Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups are Cadettes: Trees Legacy Badge invited to engage in a Longwood-led Stroll through the deciduous and program and earn a Longwood Fun coniferous trees and learn about the Patch. Scout groups participate in fun, deep history of Longwood’s property. hands-on activities throughout the Gardens to meet partial requirements Scout Programs for specific badges, while learning Registration about Longwood’s history, beauty, and more. Information March 14, 15, 28, 29 All programs run from April 4, 5, 18, 19 9:30–11:30 am. May 2, 3, 16, 17, 30, 31 $105 per program (up to 15 Scouts, 2 adults included) Daisies: Outdoor Journey Discover ways to look at nature as Additional Scouts $7 each an artist and learn how to protect it. (30 Scouts maximum) Additional adults $19 each Brownies: Bugs Legacy Naturalist Badge Registration and fee required Explore our Gardens and learn at least 3 weeks in advance: about insect body parts, life cycles, longwoodgardens.org/scout- and habitats. programs or 610.388.5377. Space is limited. No refunds Wolves: Grow for cancellations or changes to Something Adventure numbers less than 7 days prior Travel behind the scenes to learn about to program. Each program is the varieties of plants growing in our rain or shine. All fun patches indoor production greenhouses and are unofficial and designed to the environments that allow us to be worn on the back of any produce plants. sash or vest. Summer Camps Plotting the Gardens July 27–31 Explore the Gardens and connect to Use your wayfinding skills to uncover nature during our week-long camps. hidden gems, geographic features, Our full-day summer camp programs and natural patterns as you navigate combine science, horticulture, and the Gardens using paper maps, creative arts in the unique setting digital maps, and our interactive map. of our Gardens. New locations visited each day will inspire garden-focused art, science Behind the Lens investigations, and craft activities. J u l y 6 –10 (For youth ages 12–15) View Finders Capture all the beautiful shades of August 3–7 summer in the Gardens. Learn the See the Meadow Garden, Peirce’s key elements of digital photography Woods, and Main Fountain Garden while exploring the nooks and from a new perspective. Use digital crannies of Longwood. Perfect cameras to capture the Gardens for both beginner and experienced and transform those images into photographers. Digital cameras and multimedia art, paintings, and more. flash drives will be provided, or you Digital cameras will be provided. may bring your own. A Taste of Nature Beyond the Garden Gate August 10–14

J u l y 13 –17 Learn how to harvest from the garden From the Italian Water Garden to to make easy-to-prepare, healthy the Chimes Tower, discover how snacks, and scented homemade Longwood works from our expert concoctions. Meet The Terrace chef, staff. Bring the beauty of Longwood collect new recipes, and plant a home by creating stepping-stones, kitchen garden to take home. sculptures, and other décor for your garden. Summer Camps Nature’s Superheroes Registration Information July 20–24 All camps run from 9 am– Become a superhero for nature and 4 pm. Cost is $350. Advance learn how to help our environment. registration and fee required: Investigate the differences between longwoodgardens.org/summer- beneficial insects and detrimental camps or 610.388.5377. All pests. Discover native plants that camps are designed for youth support our ecosystem, build a bug ages 6–12 unless otherwise house, and plant a pollinator garden. specified. All camps include a supervised lunch; campers must provide their own bagged lunch. Registering more than one camper? Email schoolandyouth@ longwoodgardens.org to receive a 10% multi-camper discount. Winter Performances

Classical Series Jazz Series Berlin Philharmonic Joey Alexander Trio Piano Quartet February 29 February 28 8 pm 8 pm The youngest jazz artist ever Committed to performing nominated for a Grammy Award, Joey undiscovered masterpieces as well as Alexander returns to our Gardens and the standards of classical, romantic, showcases new material from his and modern literature, the Berlin upcoming album, WARNA, with Verve Philharmonic Piano Quartet presents Records. Translating as “color” from a program by composers Frank Bridge, Alexander’s native language of Bahasa Danny Elfman, and Richard Strauss. and slated for release in late January, the album is primarily a reflective : Ballroom Performance collection of new and original music. $36 Reserved Seating $31 Gardens Preferred and Performance: Exhibition Hall Gardens Premium Members* $43 Reserved Seating $37 Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members*

Tickets On Sale Now Buy a Bundle, Save 20% Purchase a bundle of 3, 4, or 5 View the complete schedule for concerts and save 20%. This our 2019–2020 Performance Series discount can be applied when and purchase tickets online at tickets are purchased directly longwoodgardens.org/performance- through our Pick 3, Pick 4, or Pick 5 series. Purchasing online is the bundles at longwoodgardens.org/ most efficient way to get performance-series. performance tickets. Please note: This discount cannot be combined Prefer to Order by Phone? with any other promo code or Member discount, Purchase performance tickets and can only be applied when buying the same by calling 610.388.1000. number of tickets for each performance in the bundle. All tickets are limited. Sell out likely. Phone convenience fees apply. *Discount for Gardens Preferred and Gardens Premium Members Enjoy a complimentary coffee reception Specific levels of Membership receive up to with the artists after this performance. 15% off regular ticket prices. If you are eligible to receive the discount, your discount code is printed on the back cover of this brochure. Organ Series Peter Richard Conte & POLYPHONIA Mark Your March 13 8 pm Calendar Longwood Gardens Principal Organist Summer Performance Peter Richard Conte and POLYPHONIA, Series the all-professional choir of Saint Tickets On Sale March 11 Clement’s Church, Philadelphia, together present sacred and secular at 9 am music spanning four centuries. Gardens Preferred & Conte performs Marcel Dupré’s epic Gardens Premium Member Symphonie Passion, a masterpiece Pre-sale: rarely heard in its entirety. March 9–10 at 9 am

Performance: Ballroom Gardens Preferred & Gardens Premium $30 Reserved Seating Members receive access to the Member $26 Gardens Preferred and Pre-sale. If you are eligible, your discount Gardens Premium Members* code and Pre-sale access code is printed on the back cover of this brochure.

Wine & Jazz Returns Wine & Jazz All Stars: June 5 Wine & Jazz Festival: June 6 Tickets On Sale March 11 at 9 am

Gardens Preferred & Gardens Premium Member Pre-sale: A World of Music Series March 9–10 at 9 am Noa with Gil Dor March 19 Wine & Jazz returns to our Gardens! Enjoy the sights and 8 pm sounds of live music while Known for her artistry and savoring fine wines. commitment to peace between Israelis and Palestinians, Noa and her long-standing musical collaborator Fireworks & Fountains and guitarist Gil Dor present a diverse and inspiring repertoire. Performing Shows in English, Hebrew, and Yemenite, Tickets On Sale April 6 Noa and Dor build from the message at 9 am of Noa’s Letters to Bach, a 12-piece Our Fireworks & Fountains Shows selection of Bach’s instrumental music light up the night sky on six with Noa’s contemporary lyrics. dazzling evenings: May 24, July 2, Performance: Exhibition Hall July 18, August 8, September 6, $38 Reserved Seating and September 26.

$32 Gardens Preferred and A special event ticket is required for Fireworks Gardens Premium Members* & Fountains Shows; admission to Fireworks & Longwood Debut Fountains Shows is not included in Gardens Membership.

All Members are eligible for discounted tickets for Wine & Jazz and Fireworks & Check longwoodgardens.org Fountains Shows. Please check the back for more performance details cover of this brochure for your discount code. as they become available. Spring Blooms On View March 28–May 3 From the millions of geophytes that first peek their way into the season, to our beloved tulips’ bold declaration of color, it’s time to bask in all the beauties of spring. As the season progresses, flowering trees, fragrant wisteria, and the promise of new blooms and fresh delights lead the way. Come journey with us. We put a spring in every step.

Easter Weekend April 11 & 12 Gardens open 9 am–6 pm

Enjoy live music in our Conservatory from 12–3 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Gardens Information

Gardens Hours For Your Convenience January 6–March 6 Longwood Gardens covers many Daily: 9 am–5 pm acres. There are no shuttles within the Gardens. We’re happy to offer March 7–22 non-motorized wheelchairs, Daily: 9 am–6 pm electric scooters, and children’s strollers on a first-come basis. Please Note Children’s strollers are available Our Conservatory is closed January for a fee (complimentary for 6–7 as we remove A Longwood Members). Supply limited, Christmas. Outdoor gardens are open. reservations not accepted.

Scooters are not available during rainy, Tickets snowy, or freezing weather. Gardens Admission Adults: $25 Seniors (62+) and College Parking Students with student ID: $22 Longwood offers free parking for Youth (5–18): $13 our guests. Transportation is provided Children 4 & under: Free between remote parking and the Members: Free Gardens.

Visit longwoodgardens.org for more Become a Member details. Prices and hours are subject Become a Member and visit as often to change. as you like to experience the dynamic beauty of our Gardens. Dining at The Terrace The Terrace is a Certified Green Learn more: Restaurant through the Green longwoodgardens.org/membership Restaurant Association and offers these dining experiences: The Café Follow Us and 1906. For menus, hours, and 1906 @LongwoodGardens reservations visit longwoodgardens. #LongwoodGardens org/dine.

Phone: 610.388.1000 GardenShop Website: longwoodgardens.org Our GardenShop offers a variety of unique gifts and is open daily Free WiFi available: during Gardens hours. You may Connect to FreeGardenWIFI also shop online anytime at shop.longwoodgardens.org. Our Gardens are smoke-free.

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