Fireworks & Fountains – Don't miss the last show of the season on September 5!

Get ready for an evening of oohs and ahhs at Longwood's spectacular Fireworks & Fountains shows. Relive the British Invasion and celebrae one of the most popular groups of all time in Ladies & Gentlemen... The Beatles . Favorite American classics come to life in Gershwin Gala , featuring the unforgettable works of George Gershwin, including selections from An American in Paris and Porgy & Bess. Finally, salute America and Longwood founder Pierre S. du Pont with Founder's Favorites , a dazzling program featuring an eclectic mix of patriotic, organ and classical music.

Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance - Through November 21, 2010

Longwood Gardens presents its first major exhibition, Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance. At the intersection of flora, fashion and science, this exhibition transforms the Gardens into a museum for the senses. Experience the actual plants and flowers behind iconic perfumes, explore the mysterious power of your sense of smell, discover the creative artistry and intricate science behind perfume composition, and create a basic fragrance at the Make Your Own Fragrance stations located in the Conservatory.

Join us for Fragrant Fridays, a new way to enjoy Longwood on select Fridays throughout the exhibition.

Dining Events

Longwood offers a variety of grand dining experiences in the heart of our majestic Gardens. Each month during Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, we are featuring special dinners themed to each of our Fragrant Fridays events: a Lavender Dinner on July 23; a Full-Bodied Flavors Dinner on August 13; a Honey Infusion Dinner on September 10; a Great Pumpkin Dinner on October 22; and a Vanilla Bliss Dinner on November 5. On October 2, don't miss our annual Culinature: From Harvest to Table Dinner, where you can take a culinary tour of the Gardens as you travel to different Garden spots for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, dinner and dessert. Find out more about all of these special dining events, and more, in the Dining section of our website.