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The Gardens
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Our Resident Instruments
Music has been a long-standing tradition at Longwood Gardens, dating back to Pierre S. du Pont's boyhood delight in the performing arts.
As Pierre established the Gardens, he paid particular attention to performing arts spaces, and ensured that the Gardens would be a place of grand-style entertaining. Pierre purchased a 1923 Steinway concert grand piano, which now sits majestically in the Conservatory Music Room.
Construction was complete in 1929 on the Chimes Tower, which now houses a 62-bell carillon.
He constructed the largest residence organ in the world—Longwood's 10,010 pipe Aeolian organ, in 1930.
These resident instruments remain cornerstones of Longwood's performing arts programming, which presents world-class artists in unparalleled settings.
Displays & Upcoming Events
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What's in Bloom
A team of Longwood Volunteers gathers horticultural highlights from the Outdoor Gardens and Conservatory. Download a pdf of their top picks for the week, including photos and locations.
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Secrets of Victoria: Waterlily Queen
On view May 25–September 2
Journey to the wild, remote flood plains of South America and to the great gardens of Europe and North America to discover Victoria, the waterlily queen.
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Festival of Fountains
May 25–September 2
Stand before towering fountains, wander shady groves, see fireworks light up the night sky, and enjoy concerts in the most beautiful outdoor settings.
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