Displays & Exhibitions

Two indoor fountains spill over into a conservatory pool outlined by purple, white, and dark green flowers and foliage, amid lush towering tropical plants, with a view of a waterfall, terrace, and windows in the background.
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Experience our dazzling seasonal displays that elevate the art of horticulture and our special exhibitions that help you explore and connect to Longwood.

Upcoming Events

Festival of Fountains

Celebrate summer—the season of vibrant hues, sunny days, and starlit evenings—here at Longwood.

May 9–September 28, 2025
Closeup of bright orange flower amid green foliage.
Pennsylvania Native Species Day

Free with Gardens Admission. Space is limited. Join us for a variety of walks and talks, and learn more about how you can use native plants in your own landscape.

May 16 & 17, 2025
closeup of bright red dahlias among green foliage and other pink and white flowers in background
Dahlia Show

Brilliant dahlia blooms fill our Ballroom during The Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society Show.

September 20 & 21, 2025
An old stone farmhouse with red shutters sits in the left background, fronted by yellow meadow flowers and foliage.
Autumn’s Colors

Immerse yourself in fall’s constant shifts of hues and textures … and find beauty indoors and out throughout the season.

October 3–November 16, 2025
One large deciduous tree and other background trees are lit with Christmas lights, as viewed through closeup strands of colored Christmas lights in the foreground.
A Longwood Christmas

Revel in hundreds of thousands of lights, how-did-they-do-that displays, and spectacular beauty at every turn.

November 21, 2025–January 11, 2026
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Stroll Through Spring

Seasonal Beauty

Enjoy these quiet walks through the beauty of spring, including daffodils, magnolias, and cherry trees.

Gardens Spotlight

We’ve dug into photo and video archives to share the inspiration and beauty of favorite past displays. Enjoy spring splendor from 2018.

Tulip Time—Flower Garden Walk

Enjoy this video of tulips, snapdragons, daffodils, and more in spectacular peak bloom along Flower Garden Walk.

Tulip Time—Idea Garden

Join Garden Manager Roger Davis as he shares spring’s quintessential flower in full bloom in our Idea Garden.

Spring Beauty in Peirce’s Woods

Join Senior Horticulturist Pandora Young on a virtual tour of her favorite plants in glorious bloom.

Wonderful Wisteria

Escape to our Gardens as you enjoy this stunning video showcasing our beautiful wisteria in bloom.

Peony Paradise

Take a virtual stroll through our colorful Peony Garden in beautiful bloom.

Take an Online Peek at Summer

Stroll Our Rose Arbor

Always a highlight in June, the arches in this inviting circular garden are covered with the vibrant pink Rosa ‘American Pillar’.

Fly Through the Conservatory

Enjoy a unique view of our Conservatory interior, as captured via drone by our friends at Flying Monster, LLC.

See What Autumn Has to Offer

Thousand Bloom Chrysanthemum

Watch the Thousand Bloom’s journey to the Conservatory from its home at our Nursery in our fun timelapse video.

Chrysanthemum Festival Highlights

Join Associate Director of Display Design Jim Sutton as he takes you on a tour of some not-to-be-missed mums.

Garden Railway

Delight in Christmas Past

Peirce-du Pont House Tree

Take a closer look at the Peirce-du Pont House tree, decked out with a collection of whimsical, nostalgic, and enchanting ornaments.

Conservatory Virtual Visit

Enjoy highlights from our dazzling display, where perfect poinsettias and towering trees create a magical holiday scene.

Holiday Light Spectacular

Enjoy the twinkling lights of A Longwood Christmas as we share highlights from our award-winning outdoor display.

Christmas Conservatory Fly-through

You’ll feel like Santa in his sleigh as you enjoy this high-flying tour of the spectacular holiday display in our Conservatory.

A Longwood Christmas: Music Room

Take a peek at our spectacular Music Room, decked out to look like a festive Christmas morning.

Holiday Plant Tour

Conservatory Manager Karl Gercens shares a few of his favorite plants gracing our holiday display. Some make great house plants, too!

Discover Winter Wonder

Winter Wonder Conservatory Display

Head inside with Conservatory Manager Karl Gercens as he shares a few of his favorite plants on display during Winter Wonder.

The Wondrous Winter Landscape

Join Director of Continuing Education Matthew Ross as he shares some of his favorite plants that ignite the winter landscape.