Get Ready to Reimagine: Debut Details and Fall Highlights

GET READY TO REIMAGINE

Debut Details and Fall Highlights

The debut of Longwood Reimagined is fast approaching … and now is the time to make your plans to experience it first.

Our Longwood Reimagined Member previews begin November 3. Enjoy exclusive access to our wondrous new spaces before their public debut on November 22. Another new, extraordinary experience awaits October 25 with the opening of our new 1906—featuring fresh, sustainable fare and exceptional culinary artistry.

Fall in our Gardens offers something for everyone—from the return of our Garden Railway, to festive Pumpkin Displays, special bonsai exhibits, and much more.

As our staff, students, and volunteers busily prepare for the opening of Longwood Reimagined, we have put our Chrysanthemum Festival on hold for this year. Rest assured, we are continuing to care for our chrysanthemum collection— even trialing new cultivars and forms—in preparation for the return of the Chrysanthemum Festival in 2025 … which will be bigger, bolder, and better than ever.

Our New 1906: Opening October 25

Reimagine your dining experience with the beauty and hospitality of our new 1906. Savor the culinary artistry of Executive Chef George Murkowicz and his team, who curate thoughtfully crafted seasonal menus grounded in exceptional flavors and sustainable practices—and, working with our horticulturists, showcase seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients grown in our Gardens, just steps away from 1906.

In this exceptional space carved into the topography of the Main Fountain Garden, enjoy stunning new décor of floor-toceiling windows overlooking the Main Fountain Garden, plush seating, soaring ceilings, and bespoke furniture crafted from reclaimed wood from Longwood trees. Choose from a variety of unique dining options, including a bar, lounge, and private dining area.

Every detail of this remarkable space is designed to delight and inspire—and we can’t wait to welcome you.

Make Your Reservations Now: longwoodgardens.org /1906

The Moment You’ve Been Waiting For

Longwood Reimagined

Member Previews

November 3–17

Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10 am–6 pm

Friday and Saturday: 10 am–9 pm (extended evening hours for Members only)

Experience the wonder and excitement of Longwood Reimagined first with our Members-only previews. During these special previews, enjoy exclusive access to our wondrous new spaces before their public opening on November 22.

Explore the new West Conservatory, a Mediterranean garden under glass with islands of plants set amid bridges, canals, fountains, and water features. Rediscover the Cascade Garden, preserved and relocated to its new, custom glasshouse. Enjoy the serenity of our new Bonsai Courtyard, an outdoor gallery space artfully showcasing our acclaimed bonsai collection … and view the new Bonsai Workshop, with its prized bonsai pottery, tokonoma display, and more. Visit The Grove’s studios and library and see what makes this hub a place of learning, growth, and discovery.

Experience it all, first.

Preview Reservations Available Now longwoodgardens.org/member-previews

Timed reservations are required to experience our previews. Complimentary Guest Tickets are accepted. Please note: Your Membership must be active on the day you plan to visit. If your Membership expiration date is before the previews, please renew first, and then make your Member preview reservation.

Fall Family Fun

With our festive Pumpkin Displays, whimsical Garden Railway, and interactive Family Nature Strolls, fall is for family.

Garden Railway

On View October 2–January 12

Celebrate the tradition of our whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway—a fanciful blend of horticulture, engineering, and lighthearted fun for guests of all ages. This multi-level world in miniature showcases our collection of dozens of locomotives and engines as they rumble along nearly 500 feet of track amid a beautiful seasonal plant palette.

Pumpkin Displays

On View October 4–November 1

Looking for the perfect fall photo opportunity? Cozy up to festive seasonal displays of pumpkins, gourds, and more fall favorites in our Rose Arbor, outside of the Peirce-du Pont House, and in our Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

Family Nature Strolls

October 5, 12, 19, and 26: 10:30 and 11:30 am

Experience the Gardens through a new lens—and discover the sights, sounds, and scents of the season—with these fun 30-minute nature walks designed for the entire family.

Please note: To provide an enjoyable experience, capacity is limited.

Calendar

Spotlight Tours

October 2–31

11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm

Learn more about the beauty and design of our horticultural displays under glass with our 30-minute guided Spotlight Tours.

Free with Gardens Admission; sign up at the Conservatory Information Desk the day of your visit. Capacity is limited.

Family Nature Strolls

October 5, 12, 19, and 26 10:30 and 11:30 am

Discover the sights, sounds, and scents of the season with our 30-minute Family Nature Strolls designed for the whole family.

Free with Gardens Admission; meet at the Topiary Garden. Capacity is limited.

October

October 2

Garden Railway On View Now–January 12 Near the Beer Garden

Picnic Area

Open Now–October 27

Brandywine Bonsai Society Exhibit On View Now–October 7

Join us for this exhibit of approximately a dozen bonsai in the Peirce-du Pont House Conservatory; included in Gardens Admission.

October 4

Pumpkin Displays On View Now–November 1

October 5

Family Nature Strolls 10:30 and 11:30 am

October 9

Fall Bonsai Display On View Now–October 31

Peirce-du Pont House Conservatory Marvel at a beautiful selection of chrysanthemum bonsai and hardy bonsai in fall color in the Peirce-du Pont House Conservatory.

October 12

Family Nature Strolls 10:30 and 11:30 am

October 13

Gardens close at 6 pm to everyone but Fireworks & Fountains Show ticketholders

October 18

Festive Friday: Set Fire to the Rain 5–9 pm

Say Hello to this fun Adele-inspired Festive Friday. Join Spotlight Tours in the Conservatory, climb to the top of the Chimes Tower for a stunning view of the surrounding landscape, enjoy songs by Adele and other pop selections on the Longwood Organ, kick back with live music in the Beer Garden, savor themed concessions, and wrap up the evening with our new-this-year Someone Like You: Artists Who Inspired Adele Illuminated Fountain Performance. View details at longwoodgardens.org/ festive-fridays

October 19

Member Orientation

10:30 am

Meet Longwood staff for an introduction to our Gardens and discover all your Membership has to offer.

Family Nature Strolls 10:30 and 11:30 am

October 25

New 1906 Restaurant Open Reservations available via longwoodgardens.org/1906

October 26

Family Nature Strolls 10:30 and 11:30 am

November

November 1

Gardens close at 1 pm

November 2

Gardens close at 1 pm

Longwood Reimagined Innovator Preview 3–6:30 pm

Exclusively for Longwood Innovators

November 3

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews 10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 4

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews 10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 6

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews 10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 7

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

Member Orientation

Fully Online

6:30 pm

Join Longwood staff online for an introduction to our Gardens and all your Membership has to offer.

November 8

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–9 pm: extended evening hours for Members only

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 9

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–9 pm: extended evening hours for Members only

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 10

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 11

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 13

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 14

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 15

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–9 pm: extended evening hours for Members only

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 16

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–9 pm: extended evening hours for Members only

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 17

Longwood Reimagined Member Previews

10 am–6 pm

Timed Member reservations required; reservations not required for Gardens Premium Members and Innovators

November 18

Closed for A Longwood Christmas installation

November 19

Closed for A Longwood Christmas installation

November 20

Conser vatories and Peirce-du Pont House closed for A Longwood Christmas installation

Outdoor gardens open 10 am–5 pm (last entry 4 pm)

Member reservations not required

November 21

Conser vatories and Peirce-du Pont House closed for A Longwood Christmas installation

Outdoor gardens open 10 am–5 pm (last entry 4 pm)

Member reservations not required

A Longwood Christmas Innovator Preview 5–8 pm

Exclusively for Longwood Innovators

November 22

A Longwood Christmas On View Now–January 12 Open Daily 10 am–11 pm

Gardens Hours

For Gardens hours, as well as dining and The Garden Shop hours, visit longwoodgardens.org/hours

Key Horticulture Family Fun Members Innovators Dining

For our live music in the Beer Garden schedule, visit longwoodgardens.org/beer-garden-lineup

For information on classes and learning experiences, visit longwoodgardens.org/enroll

For information on the Longwood Innovator program, visit longwoodgardens.org/innovators

Longwood Reimagined... with A Longwood Christmas

On View

November 22–January 12

Reservations Available and Tickets On Sale Now

This holiday season, experience the magic of A Longwood Christmas as you never have before—made even more spectacular with the opening of Longwood Reimagined.

Brand new spaces from our sprawling new West Conservatory to imaginative new outdoor landscapes decked out for the holidays give way to wondrous new memories to make.

Revel in hundreds of thousands of lights; marvel at astonishing feats of horticulture, ingenuity, and creativity; and delight in beauty at every turn. Don’t miss our most magical holiday yet.

Make your reservations now … before they disappear.

Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room

Enjoy the magic of A Longwood Christmas coupled with a festive holiday dining experience at the new Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room. The perfect way to celebrate the season, The Fountain Room—newly opened as part of Longwood Reimagined—is an airy, inviting space where you can warm up, recharge, and savor the season. Nestled in the heart of our Gardens and offering spectacular views of our holiday display, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to an imaginative array of chef-prepared sweet, savory, and carved-to-order selections; decadent desserts; non-alcoholic beverages, including an enticing hot chocolate station; house wines; seasonal local craft beers; and a themed cocktail. Premium cocktails will also be available for purchase. Experience a Taste of Christmas in The Fountain Room and enjoy holiday hospitality like never before.

Reserve now at longwoodgardens.org/taste-ofchristmas