yellow, red, pink, and white tulips in front of a building

Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance Debuts this Weekend!

By Jennifer Fazekas, on
SHARE
Share this page to Twitter Share this page to Facebook Share this page by email

Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance

Longwood's first major exhibition, Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance, opens tomorrow, Saturday, April 10! At the intersection of flora, fashion and science, this exhibition transforms Longwood's gemlike Conservatory into a museum for the senses. Experience the actual plants and flowers behind iconic perfumes, explore the mysterious power of the sense of smell, discover the creative artistry and intricate science behind perfume creation, and compose your own basic fragrance at Make Your Own Fragrance stations in Longwood's Music Room. Take a peek at Longwood's development of this exhibition in a short video: 

Categorized Under:

SHARE
Share this page to Twitter Share this page to Facebook Share this page by email

Related Articles

  • A Festival in Full Form
    A vibrant close-up of deep red and copper-colored pompon chrysanthemums with tightly packed petals and green foliage.

    A Festival in Full Form

    Long before the chrysanthemums burst into bloom, our horticulturists are carefully growing, shaping, and training thousands of plants while working alongside designers, carpenters, metalworkers, and many others across the Gardens.

    By Meghan Siano, on October 21, 2026
  • A Spooky Season Lover’s Guide to the Gardens
    A pale, ribbed white pumpkin rests on dark soil, partially framed and framed by deep purple and green foliage in an outdoor garden bed.

    A Spooky Season Lover’s Guide to the Gardens

    From thrilling and hauntingly immersive Illuminated Fountain Performances to workshops focused on fascinating plants with unusual adaptations to festive fall floral design, follow along as we uncover some of the most enchanting, intriguing, and spirited ways to experience spooky season in our Gardens.

    By Katie Testa, on September 30, 2026