Learn About Our Platinum Circle Partner: Longwood Gardens
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One of the world’s great gardens, Longwood’s story is one of legacy, innovation, and stewardship.
Our Gardens are a living expression of all that our founder, Pierre S. du Pont, found inspiring, meaningful, and beautiful. From the intricate fountain systems to the meticulous gardens to the architectural grandeur, awe-inspiring discoveries await at every turn.
Our Rich History
Years before it was a public garden, the land on which Longwood Gardens stands was home to the native Lenni Lenape tribe and Quaker farmers. Since then, the land has undergone significant transformation to become the magnificent property that is enjoyed by more than a million guests each year.
Creating a Vision for the Future
Our ability to be leaders in public horticulture lies in our deliberate planning and adherence to the principles on which we were founded.
Our Rich History
Years before it was a public garden, the land on which Longwood Gardens stands was home to the native Lenni Lenape tribe and Quaker farmers. Since then, the land has undergone significant transformation to become the magnificent property that is enjoyed by more than a million guests each year.
Creating a Vision for the Future
Our ability to be leaders in public horticulture lies in our deliberate planning and adherence to the principles on which we were founded.
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Gardens by Day, Light by NightThis summer, Longwood is beautiful gardens by day and the magic of Light: Installations by Bruce Munro at night.
Stroll through our gardens awash in brilliantly blooming annuals and perennials, or discover a starlit getaway with our Illuminated Fountain Performances and live music in the Beer Garden Thursday through Saturday evenings. Beginning June 30, experience the wonder that is Light. On view Thursday through Sunday evenings through October 30, this new, breathtaking exhibition features eight installations spanning our indoor spaces and outdoor vistas. Light ... complemented by live music in the Beer Garden and Illuminated Fountain Performances Thursday through Sunday evenings. From vibrant summer blooms to dancing fountains to dazzling artistry, everything but the everyday is here. |
Beauty in the Making
As Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience continues to take shape and as our cultural landscape evolves, we are delighted to share with you a few of the many facets of this incredibly detailed project … so you can see true beauty in the making.
Watch as the Project Progresses
longwoodgardens.org/beauty-making
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Fly Through The Conservatory
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A Walk Through the Rose Arbor
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Illuminated Fountain Performance
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Paul B. Redman, President and Chief Executive Officer
As President and Chief Executive Officer of Longwood Gardens for the last 16 years, Paul has implemented institutional and strategic reforms that have positioned the Gardens as a premier horticultural, cultural, and educational institution of the 21st Century, while respecting the values of its founder, Pierre S. du Pont. The result has been nothing short of astounding with overall attendance doubling to almost 1.54 million visitors per year; an incredible climb in Membership support from 17,000 to 78,000 households; and earned income has almost tripled – all in the last decade. Longwood Gardens is now the most visited paid public garden in North America and the most visited paid cultural attraction in Philadelphia.
As President and Chief Executive Officer of Longwood Gardens for the last 16 years, Paul has implemented institutional and strategic reforms that have positioned the Gardens as a premier horticultural, cultural, and educational institution of the 21st Century, while respecting the values of its founder, Pierre S. du Pont. The result has been nothing short of astounding with overall attendance doubling to almost 1.54 million visitors per year; an incredible climb in Membership support from 17,000 to 78,000 households; and earned income has almost tripled – all in the last decade. Longwood Gardens is now the most visited paid public garden in North America and the most visited paid cultural attraction in Philadelphia.
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Kennett Square, PA 19348 |
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