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A formal room with polished wood floor, fabric walls, and ornate ceiling is decorated for Christmas with lit and decorated trees, a large red bow, a table set for dinner, and a fireplace with wreath, garland, and gifts.
Hank Davis
On View Now–January 11, 2026

A Longwood Christmas

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  1. Wed. Oct 10
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Wed. Oct 10Timed Tickets Required Timed Member Reservations Not Required
  1. 10:00 am

 

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    Complimentary Guest Tickets are for one-time general admission and not valid for specially ticketed events and blackout days (all Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during A Longwood Christmas and every day December 25 through January 3). Check your tickets for additional restrictions.

Closeup of cluster of red berries nestled among spiny dark green holly leaves.

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American Holly

Ilex opaca, with spiny evergreen foliage, will grow up to 50 feet tall. Starting in October, the female trees of this US native produce red berry-like fruit that persists into winter, providing an important food source for birds and mammals. Like most fruiting hollies, it is a traditional favorite in winter holiday decorations and displays.

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Dining chairs and long table covered with dark green tablecloth, with individual place settings decorated with yellow calla lilies and a large overhead floral display of green palm leaves, ferns, and a variety of yellow flowers.

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The renowned Longwood experience you’ve come to expect takes a new, unforgettable form with Events at Longwood—and we can’t wait to welcome you.

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A Poet Laureate Among Us: Joy Harjo
Outdoor portrait of poet Joy Harjo smiling at the camera, wearing a light teal velvet collared shirt and long beaded earrings, with a large tree and clear blue sky out of focus behind her.

A Poet Laureate Among Us: Joy Harjo

By Katie Testa, on November 19, 2025
Culinary Gems Await You at 1906
Close-up, overhead view of a plated dish, likely risotto, with alternating dollops of creamy white, vibrant green, and yellow puree or sauce, garnished with edible flowers and surrounded by spice dust.

Culinary Gems Await You at 1906

By Jourdan Cole, on November 12, 2025
Cultivating Connection: Sharing Stories in Our Gardens
A female garden guide explains the bonsai display to two visitors in front of a dark, textured wall.

Cultivating Connection: Sharing Stories in Our Gardens

By Paula Butera-Kunkel, Emily Gerber, Dottie Miles, and Jackie Miller, on November 5, 2025
From Ink to Earth: The Enduring Artistry of the Chrysanthemum
A close-up of a deep magenta, dark red, or burgundy 'spider' or 'fujin' type chrysanthemum flower with long, curling, and tubular petals.

From Ink to Earth: The Enduring Artistry of the Chrysanthemum

By Gillian Hayward and Jessica Turner-Skoff, on October 29, 2025
Stewarding Suiseki
The alt text for this image should be: A close-up, low-angle shot of a small, dark, craggy rock formation carving, resembling miniature mountains or peaks. It sits on a smooth, dark wooden stand with curved feet. The object is centered on a grey, textured table, with a blurred background of dark wooden shelving or cabinetry.

Stewarding Suiseki

By Katie Mobley with Kevin Bielicki, on October 22, 2025
A dining table set with food with an illuminated fountain show in the background

Distinctive Dining at 1906

Delight in garden-inspired dining where seasonal flavors, elegant ambiance, and culinary artistry create an unforgettable experience. Nestled beneath the iconic Main Conservatory and overlooking the dazzling Main Fountain Garden, 1906 redefines what it means to dine in style. Advance reservations recommended. Walk-ins welcome at the Bar and Lounge.

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a sweeping tunnel of light changing from blue to purple to pink forms a canopy over a walkway curving through a natural landscape

On View Now–January 11, 2026

Meadow Light Display

Journey through our 200-foot-long Meadow Tunnel in a span of shimmering light. New this year, continue among vibrant shards and blossoms of light radiating along to a soundscape inspired by the rhythms of nature.

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