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Indoor conservatory with tropical plants and soaring arches, lit with blue, gold, fuchsia.

February 13–March 8, 2026

GARDEN GLOW

Nature and light collide in Garden Glow—an enchanting after-hours journey through our Conservatory and Main Fountain Garden Districts.

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  • Science in Action Day
    Collage of 4 images, including a hilly, fog-covered landscape; a horticulturist tending yellow mums on a column; a scientist in a lab coat handling floral specimens; and three people outdoors, one with a pink flower in hand.

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    Science in Action Day

    Free with Gardens Admission. Join us for a day of discovery as we celebrate our passionate community of experts committed to deepening the world’s understanding of plants.

    Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Cascade Garden
    An artist wearing a straw hat paints a bonsai tree on an easel while surrounded by lush tropical plants and red bromeliads in a conservatory.

    Conservatories En Plein Air

    Cascade Garden

    Capture the beauty of our Cascade Garden during this four-hour plein air painting experience where you’ll enjoy exclusive access to this iconic space.

    Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 am-2:00 pm
  • Today’s Horticulture Symposium
    A close-up of bright yellow sunflowers and clusters of deep purple wildflowers in a sunlit field.

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    Today’s Horticulture Symposium

    From exploring diverse ecosystems to the beauty found in connecting the past and current landscapes that inspire the next generation of horticulturists, the Today’s Horticulture Symposium is a day of interesting insights and information.

    Friday, February 6, 2026, 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Chelsea Chen
    Chelsea Chen

    Organ Concert

    Chelsea Chen

    Praised for her “rare musicality” and “lovely lyrical grandeur” (The New York Times), Chelsea Chen is one of America’s leading concert organists, whose programs feature a unique mix of traditional organ repertoire along with piano/orchestral transcriptions and contemporary music.

    March 4, 2026 at 7:30 pm

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Upcoming Events

Two lit candles in metallic, mottled glass holders on a rustic wooden table, next to a small white pumpkin and fallen leaves.
Botanical Candle Making Workshop

Immerse yourself in a sensory experience as you create a one-of-a-kind soy candle adorned with dried florals—hand-picked just for you. Sold out. Join the waitlist. 

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 9:30-11:30 am
A waterlily pond with a varitey of lily pads and tall grasses.
Art in Bloom: Claude Monet

Step into the world of Impressionism with our floral design class inspired by the works of Claude Monet. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Guests stroll along a sunlit indoor path in a glass house, with water and green plants in view.
Spotlight Tours

Free with Gardens Admission. Space is limited. Join a tour guide and discover more about Longwood during our free, 30-minute Spotlight Tours.

Most days at 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 2:00 pm
Aaron Patterson
Aaron Patterson

Free with Gardens admission. A recent graduate of the Juilliard School, Aaron Patterson is Director of Music at Cresheim Valley Church in Philadelphia and was first place winner at the 2017 Albert Schweitzer Organ Competition and the 2016 West Chester University International Organ Competition.  

January 25, 2026 at 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
A close-up, high-angle view of a golden brown, freshly baked loaf of braided bread.
Getting Started with Sourdough

Meet us in our inspiring 1906 restaurant for this beginner-friendly class that will guide you through the basics of sourdough bread baking. Sold out. Join the waitlist.

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 5:30-7:30 pm
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