Family and Youth Programs

Adults and children walk away from the camera along a curved bridge through a meadow, toward the treeline in the distance.

Family Nature Strolls

Discover the sights, sounds, and scents of the season with a fun, 30-minute nature walk designed for the whole family.

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Whether you’re in our Gardens or at home, we offer so many opportunities for your kids to learn about the environment, see the beauty of nature, and explore their own interests.

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Children’s Map

Help your children navigate our Gardens with a print-ahead map designed just for them with child-friendly highlights.

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Teen Volunteers help out in a greenhouse

In-Garden Opportunity

Teen Volunteer Program

Let your teens know about our personal and professional growth opportunities at Longwood. This is a chance for them to develop their leadership skills and explore careers in horticulture while connecting with others in an enriching environment.

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For Homeschoolers

Longwood Gardens Field Trips

Longwood Gardens field trips are available for homeschool groups of 15 or more students (4-18).

Educator-Guided field trips are recommended for homeschool groups of 15 or more students within a similar grade band. 

Self-Guided field trips are recommended for homeschool groups across a wide range of grade levels; optional print-at-home activities are available to enjoy while visiting the Gardens.  

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