Autumn Seasonal Highlights

Autumn’s Colors September 6–November 23

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Autumn…when clear, crisp days entice you to stroll amid our colorful foliage, venture into the Meadow Garden for a solitary walk, or explore the Garden Railway, resonating with children’s laughter. Discover the Meadow Garden in its most exuberant season, as late-blooming goldenrod, native asters, and grasses color the landscape.

Our horticulture expertise shines during Chrysanthemum Festival. From our Thousand Bloom Mum, to our Night of 1,000 Lights lantern festival, there are thousands upon thousands of reasons to celebrate autumn in our Gardens.

Autumn’s Colors On viewSeptember 6–November 23

Chrysanthemum Festival October 25–November 23

Experience our best expression of the art of horticulture during Chrysanthemum Festival, showcasing the Asian tradition of cultivating chrysanthemums into artistic shapes. Step inside our 4-acre Conservatory and discover more than 80,000 chrysanthemum blooms nurtured and trained into inspiring forms, including shields, spirals, cascades, balls, and even a 10-foot tall yellow chandelier.

Be amazed by the crown jewel of our display, the Thousand Bloom Mum—featuring more than 1,300 perfectly arranged flowers—the largest of its kind grown outside of Asia.

Did You Know? Chrysanthemums were first grown and displayed in the Gardens when our founder Pierre S. du Pont opened the Conservatory in 1921. Today, Chrysanthemum Festival is one of the largest and oldest chrysanthemum displays in North America.

Night of 1,000 LightsFriday & Saturday, November 7 & 8, 6–9 pm

Celebrate the beauty of Chrysanthemum Festival after hours. See more than 1,000 lanterns aglow in our Conservatory during our Asian-inspired celebration. Meet the gardeners that spend more than a year growing the artful chrysanthemum forms, make your own lantern for our festival parade, enjoy special performances, and watch illuminated fountains dance in our Open Air Theatre.

Tickets On Sale Now $28 Ages 16 & over / $10 Members ages 16 & over$13 Ages 15 & under / $5 Members ages 15 & under

Purchase tickets today and learn more at longwoodgardens.org Tickets limited. Sell out likely. Event is rain or shine.

Highlights fromOur Gardens

At any given time, visitors can see 12–14 bonsai on view in our Conservatory—as our gardeners rotate which bonsai we feature. Throughout the autumn season, many of our deciduous bonsai have leaves that change to a vibrant fall color. Peak color is typically the few weeks before Thanksgiving. Some years we even get to see a full-size pomegranate grow on our bonsai pomegranate tree, and another fall highlight is displaying a few select bonsai chrysanthemums.

Student Exhibition Garden: Every Place Tells a Story

(3) Every year, the senior Professional Gardener class is split into four teams and tasked to create a garden showcasing what they have learned in the two-year program. Given a budget, the students set out to design a garden following a theme—and this year’s theme was “Every Place Tells a Story.” The students worked closely with our experts and craftsmen to create four impressive displays. Whether it involved welding a 430- pound metal structure so large it had to be brought in by crane, or tying 8,700 neon zip ties to archways, the displays this year demonstrate the students’ creative talent and imagination. Visit the garden stories in the Student Exhibition Garden now through mid-October.

The Longwood Gardens Professional Gardener Program is a two-year, tuition-free program that combines hands-on experience and a rigorous academic curriculum to prepare students for employment as professional horticulturists. Learn more at longwoodgardens.org.

Autumn’s Colors in Our Meadow Garden

(1) If you experienced the tranquil green of our Meadow Garden this summer, you’ll be amazed by its color transformation this fall. Plan another visit to explore our newest garden and be inspired by the vibrant yellows of our goldenrod and purples of our asters. There’s also no better place to view the changing fall foliage in the adjacent forest than from the many Meadow paths. Venture to the Hawk Point Pavilion for a breathtaking view of the landscape filled with red and gold Indiangrass and little bluestem. While you’re there, keep an eye out for bald eagles, various hawks, and osprey during the fall raptor migration. Kids may even spot woolly bear caterpillars, giant leopard moth caterpillars, and families of deer grazing. The Meadow Garden comes to life in the fall, and we hope to see you there.

Upcoming Meadow DaysSeptember 20 & October 11 11 am–3 pmFree with Gardens Admission Longwood experts will be on hand to answer questions as the whole family explores our Meadow bridges and pavilions, and a nature seek and find. During Meadow Days, Longwood Gardens is proud to partner with Natural Lands Trust, a regional land conservation organization.

Bonsai Display Roots

(2) Our interest in bonsai began in 1959 when Yuji Yoshimura came to teach a class in the art of training miniature trees. Inspired by his visit, Longwood purchased 13 of his plants. Of the 13 original plants, four remain a part of our current collection. Today, Longwood has a total of 40 bonsai.

All Aboard Our Garden Railway Opens September 6

This fall, be sure to bring your little ones (and big ones) to visit our Garden Railway in its new location near the Birdhouse Treehouse. Five locomotives and more than 45 different engines rumble through the G-scale model train display. The Garden Railway operates during regular Gardens hours, weather permitting, through January 11, 2015.

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Organ Competition Documentary: Coming in 2015

A documentary chronicling the journey of the 10 finalists in the 2013 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition is nearly complete. With the support of generous sponsors and the vision of established filmmaker and producer Eric Schultz of PCK Media, the documentary is in its final editing stages and will be premiering in 2015. Follow the 10 competitors as they deal with the grueling pressures of the competition and go behind-the-scenes as the drama unfolds leading up to the announcement of the Pierre S. du Pont First Prize winner. Viewers will see that the organ continues to be an important instrument, and how Longwood Gardens is propelling the art form forward while helping develop the next generation of musicians. A premiere date will be announced soon. Visit longwoodgardens.org for updates.

New Courses on Tap forContinuing Education in 2015

Continuing Education is planning new, creative, and cutting-edge courses for 2015. Highlights include the integration of culinary arts and the home landscape with Longwood’s talented gardeners and chefs, crevice gardening, early planting using cold frames and low hoops, and brewing compost tea. Whether you are a painter, photographer, or just interested in the plants and animals that inhabit our new Meadow Garden, a seasonal series of meadow-inspired courses await you. This season, our latest floral design courses offer new techniques using orchids, pumpkins, and amaryllis, as well as inventive ways to use structural elements to enhance your designs.

Registration for 2015 Continuing Education Courses Opens November 10

Excited for what is in store for our 2015 Continuing Education programs? Don’t miss your chance to register for classes of your choice. Continuing Education course registration opens November 10 at 10 am. Our complete calendar of 2015 Continuing Education course offerings and online catalog will be available later this fall at longwoodgardens.org. Members save 10% on all Continuing Education courses.

Pumpkin Playground Returns Opens October 1

Visit our Children’s Corner to see, touch, and strike a pose for a photo with our pumpkins. The Pumpkin Playground features a collection of colorful pumpkins that kids can move, manipulate, and play with. Wander over to our Vegetable Garden to see the largest pumpkin on display, weighing in at over 800 pounds.

The Search for Innovationwith Ron Mulray:A Floral Design Demonstration& ReceptionOctober 6, 7 pm

Join us for an evening in the Ballroom, and see Mulray design live on stage as he turns traditional flowers, ordinary objects, and household items into extraordinary works of art. A complimentary dessert reception follows.

Preferred Seating: $65Open Seating: $45Member Open Seating: $39

Hands-on Workshops with Ron Mulray:

UncontainedOctober 7, 9 am–12 pm$195 / Members: $175

Wired UpOctober 7, 1–4 pm$195 / Members: $175

My Hands are TiedOctober 8, 9 am–4 pm$389 / Members: $350

The Search for Innovation with Ron Mulray, aifd

Advanced registration required for all events:

longwoodgardens.org610.388.5454

Space is limited.

October 6–8 Registration now open

Be inspired by floral designer Ron Mulray, a visionary and member of the American Institute of Floral Designers, during a series of live demonstrations and workshops designed for beginners, hobbyists, and professionals.

Autumn Calendar

Insider Tours Get an exclusive look at these amazing spaces: our Production Greenhouse, Open Air Theatre, Italian Water Garden, or Conservatory and Heat Plant. Experience our newest tour, the Garden Story, where our expert guides lead you through the highlights of select Gardens and share fascinating stories of our history.

Thursday–Sunday at 11:30 am & 2 pmMembers $3, Guests $4 Garden Highlights Walks Meet our expert guides and learn about our outdoor and indoor displays that are in peak bloom.

Thursday–Sunday at 1 pmFree with Gardens Admission

Meadow Garden Walks & HikesJoin us in the Meadow Garden for one of our many hikes or shorter walks led by our expert guides. Hike to our pavilions and explore the secrets of the Meadow Garden along the way. All walks and hikes are weather dependent. Visit longwoodgardens.org for even more offerings.

September

Trial Garden on View Now–late-September

Waterlily Display on View Now–mid-October

1 Strolling Performers: Stars & Stripes 1–4 pm

2 Groundcovers

3-part class September 2, 9, 16 6:30–8:30 pm *

3 Wonders of the Waterlilies

1–1:30 pm

5 Circus/Theatre/Dance:

Australia’s Strange Fruit 2:30 & 4:30 pm

6 Autumn’s Colors on View

September 6–November 23

Garden Railway Opens Today! On view now–January 11, 2015

Focus on Foliage 9 am–12 pm *

Meadow Garden Highlights Walk

10:30–11 am

Circus/Theatre/Dance: Australia’s Strange Fruit 1:30, 3, & 4:30 pm

7 Moonlight Magic

Circus/Theatre/Dance: Australia’s Strange Fruit 1:30, 3, & 4:30 pm

8 Birds of Longwood Walk

9–11 am

9 Our Pest Friends Walk

11–11:30 am

10 Advanced Floral Design

Wonders of the Waterlilies 1–1:30 pm

Asian Inspired Garden Design 4-part class September 10, 17, 24 October 1 7–9 pm *

11 An Evening in the Water Garden

Deciduous Trees 6-part class September 11, 18, 25 October 2, 9, 16 6:30–8:30 pm *

Floral Fun with Karl Gercens 6:30–8:30 pm *

Landscape Design II

12 U.S. Botanic Garden &

Production Facility Tour 6:30 am–6 pm *

Beginner Bird Walk5–6 pm

13 Basic Floral Design

Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am

Meadow Garden Highlights Walk 10:30–11 am

Fireworks & Fountains: Ladies & Gentlemen… The Beatles 8:15 pm 1

14 Carillon Concert: Janet Tebbel

3 pm

15 Philadelphia Ikebana Society

Chapter Display On view now–September 28

Botanical Illustration Studio

Introduction to Botanical Illustration: Morning Session

Introduction to Botanical

Illustration: Evening Session 9-part class September 15, 22, 29 October 6, 20, 27 November 3, 10, 17 6:30–9 pm *

16 Story Time for Families

10 & 10:45 am

Meadow Ecology Hike

11 am–12 pm

17 Weed Identification

9 am–12 pm *

Tips for Turf Diagnosis: Insect and Disease Management 1–4 pm *


19 Artistry in Aquatics

9:30 am–4 pm *

20 Field and Feather Series:

Finessing the Field 7:30–11:30 am *

Meadow Garden Highlights Walk

10:30–11 am

Meadow Wildflower Hike 11 am–12 pm

Dahlia Show 1–6 pm

Meadow Day 11 am–3 pm

21 Dahlia Show

9 am–6 pm

Explore the New Meadow Garden with Tom Brightman

12 pm & 2:30 pm

Orchids for Beginners

Carillon Concert: Doug Gefvert

3 pm


9–11 am

Plant Science– Understanding Plants 6-part class September 22, 29 October 6, 13, 20, 27 5–7 pm *


10 & 10:45 am

24 Home School Day

Nature Voice (K–8) 10–11:30 am


25 Pest Identification 9 am–12 pm *

Plant Disease Identification 1–4 pm *

New Heights: The Fountain Revitalization A Chimes Tower and Rose Arbor Member Exclusive Event 6 pm ***

26 A Challenge in Black and White

A Naturalist’s Notebook

27 Ecosystem Driver:

Water—A Closer Look at this Vital Resource 9:30 am–12:30 pm *

Beginner Bird Walk9:30–10:30 am


Ecosystem Driver: Woodland—Our Original Landscape 1:30–4:30 pm *

Photography Lecture with George Lepp: 2–4 pm *Location: The Ballroom

28 Meadow Garden Photography

Revitalization Talks 11 am & 1 pm


10 & 10:45 am

Ornamental Grasses 6-part class September 30 October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4 6:30–8:30 pm *

October

Pumpkin Playground on View Now–late-October

2 Floral Fun with Chad Wlazelek 6:30–8:30 pm *

3 Introduction to Ikebana

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Meadow Harvest Dinner 6–10 pm 1

4 Plants that Heal


5 Organ Concert: Steve Schreiber

1 pm

6 Holiday Dining Events Member

Pre-sale: October 6–9 Sale begins: 10 am Purchase tickets in advance for holiday dining events: Thanksgiving Buffet & Breakfast with Santa

The Search for Innovation: A Floral Design Demonstration & Reception with Ron Mulray 7–9 pm *

7 Orchid Repotting

Uncontained: Hands-on Workshop 9 am–12 pm *

Story Time for Families 10 & 10:45 am

Wired Up: Hands-on Workshop 1–4 pm *

8 My Hands are Tied:

Hands-on Workshop 9 am–4 pm *

9 Sustainable Landscape and

Design Theory 5-part class October 9, 16, 23, 30 November 6 4:30–6:30 pm *

10 Holiday Dining Events

Public Sale Sale begins: 10 am Purchase tickets in advance for holiday dining events: Thanksgiving Buffet & Breakfast with Santa

Assess Your Trees: Good, Bad, or Otherwise... 9 am–12 pm *

Beginner Bird Walk5–6 pm

11 Children’s Literature in Bloom

8:30 am–4 pm 3

Boy Scouts: Belt Loop Bonanza 9:30 am–12:30 pm

Webelos Forester Activity Badge 10 am–12 pm


Beginning Bonsai

Meadow Day 11 am–3 pm


9–11 am

Setting Processes in Motion: The Self-proliferating Landscape 2:30 pm

Interpretations in Colored Pencils


9–11 am


10 & 10:45 am

Our Pest Friends Walk 11–11:30 am

Meadow Ecology Hike 11 am–12 pm

17 Meadow Wreath

18 Children’s Literature in Bloom

8:30 am–4 pm 3

Native Meadows from the Ground Up 9 am–4 pm *


Meadow Wildflower Hike 11 am–12 pm

The WOW! Factor: Impact with Color

The WOW! Factor: Impact with Line

19 Revitalization Talks

11 am & 1 pm

21 Handmade Paper Chase

9 am–12 pm *

Story Time for Families 10 & 10:45 am

Classical Series: Dublin Guitar Quartet 8 pm 2

24 Nooks and Crannies:

Photographing the Tunnels of the Main Conservatory

25 Chrysanthemum Festival

on View October 25–November 23

Children’s Literature in Bloom 8:30 am–4 pm 3

Philadelphia Chapter of Ikebana International / Ameriseki Group of the N.A. Viewing Stone Society / Brandywine Bonsai Society Exhibit 9 am–6 pm

Advanced Floral Design II

Successful and Ethical Seed Collection 9:30 am–12 pm *


Beginner Bird Walk9:30–10:30 am

26 Philadelphia Chapter of Ikebana

International / Ameriseki Group of the N.A. Viewing Stone Society / Brandywine Bonsai Society Exhibit 9 am–6 pm


9–11 am

28 Forest Ecology Walk

1–2 pm

29 Paper Structure for Ikebana

1–4 pm *

30 Jazz Series:

Cyrus Chestnut Trio 8 pm 2

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Birds of Longwood Walks and Beginner Bird Walks require outdoor clothing and shoes/boots. Binoculars are recommended.

Story Time for Families is for children ages 3–5 and their caretakers. Young guests can enjoy fun stories surrounded by the beauty of our Conservatory. Story reading, songs, and puppets encourage children to discover the joys of nature, language, and literature. Story Time for Families is located at the Green Wall in our Conservatory.

Please note: All ticketed events are limited. Sell out likely.

Wonders of the Waterlilies Talks meet at the Waterlily Display. Get up-close to the waterlilies during these engaging presentations with our Gardeners.

The class you want sold out? E-mail [email protected] or call 610.388.5454 to be put on our wait list.

Pest Friends Walks are led by our Integrated Pest Management staff and offer a glimpse into the world of insects and our pest management strategies.

Handmade Soaps from Horticulture


9–11 am

Your Table is Gorgeous! 6–9 pm *

25 Lights! Camera! Christmas!

27 A Longwood Christmas

on View November 27–January 11, 2015

Thanksgiving Buffet 11:30 am–7:30 pm 1

November

1 Children’s Literature in Bloom 8:30 am–4 pm 3

Mixed Media

2 Autumn Photography at Abbondi

4 Home School Day

Go Figure (K–8) Biodiversity, Adaptations, and Biomes (9–12) 10–11:30 am

7 Night of 1,000 Lights

6–9 pm 1

8 Night of 1,000 Lights

6–9 pm 1


9–11 am

Revitalization Talks 11 am & 1 pm

10 Continuing Education 2015

Course Registration Opens 10 am Today *

Birds of Longwood Walk 9–11 am

11 Our Pest Friends Walk

11–11:30 am

13 Floral Fun with Ron Mulray

6:30–8:30 pm *

Organ Concert: Peter Richard Conte 8 pm 2

15 Application Deadline ** Longwood Graduate Program

Children’s Literature in Bloom 8:30 am–4 pm 3

Floral Design Certificate Exam 9 am–12 pm *

16 Organ Concert: Wesley Parrott

1 pm

21 A World of Music Series:

Magos & Limón 8 pm 2

22 Piano Performance:

Valentina Lisitsa 8 pm 2

1 Special ticket required: longwoodgardens.org 610.388.1000

2 Special ticket required: ticketphiladelphia.org 215.893.1999

3 Registration & fee required: pawlp.org, 610.436.2202

* Advanced registration & fee required: enroll.longwoodgardens.org, 610.388.5454 For a complete list of our Continuing Education opportunities visit us online. Members save 10%.

** To apply: longwoodgardens.org

*** Event is by invitation only. Advanced registration required: longwoodgardens.org, 610.388.1000. For complete details visit longwoodgardens.org.

Purchase tickets for our Summer Barbecue at longwoodgardens.org

Professional Development Opportunity

Prix-fixe, pre-performance dinner reservations available, $44. Make reservations at opentable.com.

Enjoy a complimentary coffee reception at the conclusion of this performance.

Branching Out Lecture Series. Registration required: longwoodgardens.org, 610.388.1000, Members: Free, Guests: $25

Home School Day. Registration required: 610.388.5400

Scout Program. Registration required: longwoodgardens.org

Buy Before You Arrive • Timed Tickets Required • Tickets Limited

Dining

Education

New! Meadow Garden

Horticulture

Performance

Members-only

Family Fun

New Heights The Fountain Revitalization Project

Beginning Mid-October

We are thrilled to tell our Members about the largest project in our Gardens’ history this fall when we begin the restoration and renovation of our beloved Main Fountain Garden. A formal announcement is planned for September 25 but we wanted you to know first. As steward of one of the world’s great fountain gardens, our aim is to protect and preserve this invaluable piece of Longwood’s heritage built by our founder, Pierre S. du Pont. Since its debut in 1931 it’s been in continual use and is in desperate need of this restoration and repair.

This exciting project will focus on four important design issues:

Preservation of the legacy of Pierre S. du Pont’s original design

Restoration of the architectural features you’ve come to love

Creation of a new mechanical and electrical infrastructure to support its use for the next century

Amplification of the landscape and fountains of this European-inspired garden

As the project progresses, there will be special programs, exhibits, tours, and opportunities for you to learn more about the experts and artisans involved in this important endeavor. In addition, we are planning new, awe-inspiring experiences so that Longwood remains a world apart experience for you.

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Reach New Heights With Us An Exclusive Evening for Chimes Tower MembersThursday, September 25, 6 pm

Join us for a cocktail reception and presentation featuring the plans for the future of the Main Fountain Garden with Executive Director Paul B. Redman and our team of designers and architects. See details and registration information for this exclusive event on the next page.

Want to Learn More?Join us for Revitalization Talks Sundays, September 28, October 19, & November 9, 11 am & 1 pm

Get engaged in the Fountain Revitalization Project by learning more from a Longwood expert. This short talk will highlight many aspects of the project including innovative technologies, exciting features, sensitive restoration, and enhanced horticulture of the future Main Fountain Garden.

Talks are located in the Visitor Center Auditorium and are free with Gardens Admission. Space is limited.

Reach New Heights With Us An Exclusive Evening for Chimes Tower MembersSeptember 25, 6 pm Location: Conservatory

Join us for a cocktail reception and presentation featuring Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden Revitalization Project with Executive Director Paul B. Redman and our team of designers and architects. Hear how we are undertaking a complete restoration of our historic Main Fountain Garden to protect and preserve this treasure for continued enjoyment. Get an exclusive look at plans for innovative fountain designs, details about enhanced garden areas, and more.

Advanced registration is requiredChimes Tower Level Members: Free Guests of Chimes Tower LevelMembers: $25Chimes Tower Membership must be active through event date to attend. Reach New Heights With Us is by invitation only.

Register: longwoodgardens.org 610.388.1000

Members-only Moments Holiday Dining Events Member Pre-saleMember Pre-sale: October 6–9, sale begins at 10 am Public Sale: October 10, sale begins at 10 am Tickets: longwoodgardens.org

Members get the opportunity to purchase tickets to our popular holiday dining events before the general public.

Thanksgiving Buffet * November 27Seatings are every half hour from 11:30 am–7:30 pm

Enjoy a seasonal holiday feast in our elegant Ballroom.

$60 ages 12 & over $49 Members ages 12 & over $32 Ages 5–11$26 Members ages 5–11$5 Ages 1–4 / Free for infants

Breakfast with Santa *December 7, 13, 14, 20 & 218:30 & 10 am

Savor a special breakfast buffet at The Terrace, and get the chance to have a visit with Santa!

$42 ages 12 & over $34 Members ages 12 & over $23 Ages 5–11$19 Members ages 5–11$5 Ages 1–4 / Free for infants

*Ticket price includes admission to A Longwood Christmas.

Save the Dates: December 1, 8, & 15Mondays are Merry for Members!Beat the crowds during exclusive Members-only hours on select Mondays. Members can bring guests using complimentary guest tickets, or can purchase timed tickets on-site, and receive 20% discounts all day at The Café, 1906, and The GardenShop. Dining in 1906 is popular on these days, so make your dining reservations early to avoid disappointment at opentable.com.

Join Us for Our Branching Out Lecture Series

Explore the New Meadow Garden—with Longwood Gardens Land Steward Tom BrightmanSunday, September 21, 12 & 2:30 pm

Setting Processes in Motion: The Self-Proliferating Landscape—with well-known designer and native meadow expert Larry WeanerSunday, October 12, 2:30 pm

Advanced registration required. Register: longwoodgardens.org or 610.388.1000

Free for MembersMember Guests: $25Lectures are located in the Ballroom, and are 1–1 ½ hours. Space is limited.

Performances that Inspire

Jazz Series

Cyrus Chestnut TrioThursday, October 30, 8 pmChestnut continually tours with his trio, playing at jazz festivals around the world. His prowess as a soloist has also led him to be a first call for the piano chair in many big bands including the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band.

Performance: The Ballroom$38 Reserved Seating$32 Members

Classical Series

Dublin Guitar QuartetTuesday, October 21, 8 pmDescribed as a “quartet with a difference” by the Irish Times, the Dublin Guitar Quartet is a one-of-a-kind classical guitar ensemble in the chamber music world. Audiences can expect an entertaining and completely novel concert experience featuring music of Arvo Pärt, John Tavener, and others.


Tickets Tickets are sold via Ticket Philadelphia: ticketphiladelphia.org / 215.893.1999.

Member Discount Members save up to 15% off regular ticket prices and receive reduced ticketing fees on Ticket Philadelphia purchases. Members, your discount code is on the back cover of this brochure.

Pick 3, Save 10% Build your own concert series and save 10%. This discount can be applied

when tickets to three separate performances are purchased in one transaction. Discount applies to performances sold through Ticket Philadelphia only.

Wine & Dine Look for the dining symbol to make a reservation for a prix-fixe, pre-

performance dinner in our fine dining restaurant, 1906. Three gourmet courses, $44. Reservations can be made via opentable.com or by calling 610.388.1000.

Meet the Artist Look for the coffee symbol to enjoy a complimentary coffee reception with

the artist after select performances.

Organ Series

Peter Richard ConteThursday, November 13, 8 pmPeter Richard Conte is Principal Organist of The Longwood Organ and Grand Court Organist of the world famous Wanamaker Organ at the Macy’s department store in Philadelphia. Conte was appointed Grand Court Organist in 1989, and is only the fourth person to hold that title since the organ first played in 1911. His program will include Bizet’s Suite from Carmen and Elgar’s Enigma Variations.


A World of Music Series

Magos & LimónFriday, November 21, 8 pmExperience the brilliant style of flamenco jazz when the Mexican singer, Magos Herrera and the Spanish guitarist, composer, and producer, Javier Limón revitalize the sounds of American jazz with Latin tradition.


Classical Series

Valentina LisitsaSaturday, November 22, 8 pm Valentina Lisitsa is the first classical pianist to convert her internet success into a global concert career. With more than 62 million clicks and more than 100,000 subscribers on YouTube, she has performed in the principal venues of Europe, the USA, South America, and Asia.


A LongwoodChristmasNovember 27, 2014–January 11, 2015

A Longwood Christmas takes flight this year with our bird-inspired display.

From elegant trees adorned with feathered friends, to a peacock-themed Masquerade Ball in our Music Room, our holiday season soars. Topiary swans grace our Exhibition Hall, while whimsical trees depict the classic tales The Ugly Duckling and The Goose that Laid the Golden Egg. Outside, all eyes are on the sky as illuminated stars twinkle above, colorful fountains dancing to holiday music rise high in the air, and a half-million lights brighten the night.

General AdmissionBuy Before You Arrive • Timed Tickets Required • Tickets LimitedAdmission to A Longwood Christmas is by timed admission ticket only, with tickets issued for a specific date and time. Purchase in advance as tickets sell out quickly.

Member ReservationsMembers may visit anytime, but require free reservations after 2 pm on Peak Days. Chimes Tower Members and those included in their Membership Level do not require reservations. Reservations are limited, and sell out is likely.

Members Bringing GuestsGuests not included in a Membership require a timed admission ticket. We cannot accommodate a Member’s request for tickets if we are sold out. Using Complimentary Guest Tickets? Many complimentary admission tickets are not valid on Peak Days. Check your tickets as restrictions may apply.

Non-Peak DaysMondays through Fridays from November 27–January 11Excluding December 26–31Non-Peak Day hours: 9 am–10 pmMembers: Come and go as you wish. No reservations are required. Crowds are lighter!

Peak DaysAll Saturdays and Sundays from November 27–January 11 and December 26–31Peak Day hours: 9 am–10 pmMembers: Members require free reservations after 2 pm.Visit late—After 8 pm is great!

For prices and to purchase timed admission tickets or to make your free Member Reservations visit longwoodgardens.org or call 610.388.1000.

Plan For A Longwood Christmas

The CaféEnjoy casual fare made from fresh seasonal ingredients.

1906Savor this artful, full-service dining experience. Reservations made via opentable.com or call 610.388.1000.

Group Visits Groups are welcome in the Gardens. Discounted rates available for groups of 15 paying guests or more with advance booking.

Rentals Private events are welcome in the Gardens. 610.388.5223 [email protected] For Your Convenience Longwood Gardens covers many acres.We’re happy to offer the following:

– Non-motorized wheelchairs, electric scooters, and children’s strollers. Limited supply available.

– Rentals are free for Members, but Member guests will be charged a fee.

– Scooters are not available during rainy, snowy, or freezing weather.

Become a Member Make our world yours—become a Member today. Membership pays for itself in two visits, and means year-round access to our Gardens.

Stay Connected

Phone: 610.388.1000 Website: longwoodgardens.org

Photography credits: Larry Albee, Carlos Alejandro, William Hill, Longwood Gardens, Daniel Traub, and David Ward

Illustration by: Rebecca Clarke

Gardens Hours September 2, 2014–November 26, 20149 am–6 pm

November 27, 2014–January 11, 2015A Longwood Christmas9 am–10 pm

Please NoteOur Conservatory is closed November 24–26 and January 12–13 for A Longwood Christmas installation and removal. The Outdoor Gardens are open.

Admission Plan your visit and purchase timed tickets in advance at longwoodgardens.org.

Prices and hours are subject to change.

Peak & Non-Peak Days during A Longwood Christmas

Non-Peak DaysMondays through Fridays from November 27–January 11Excluding December 26–31Non-Peak Day hours: 9 am–10 pmMembers: Come and go as you wish. No reservations are required.

Peak DaysAll Saturdays and Sundays from November 27–January 11 and December 26–31Peak Day hours: 9 am–10 pm Members: Members require free reservations after 2 pm.

Chimes Tower Members and those included in their Membership Level do not require reservations.

For prices, to purchase timed admission tickets, or to make your free Member Reservations visit longwoodgardens.org or call 610.388.1000.

Dining at The TerraceThe Terrace, open daily, is a Certified Green Restaurant through the Green Restaurant Association and offers two dining experiences, open daily:

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We’d like to acknowledge the following for

Ms. Helena Anzaldo & Ms. Kjerstin Sama

Mr. Art Aranilla & Mr. David Klindienst

Ms. Karen Arnone & Ms. Alicia Arnone

Mr. Gregg Bacchieri & Mrs. Stacey Bacchieri

Ms. Langley Barnes & Mr. Jordan Brown

Ms. Jane Beadle & Ms. Beth Beadle

Mr. Robert Beavins & Mrs. Judy Beavins

Mr. Perry Beberman & Mrs. Tracey Beberman

Mrs. Nancy Bell & Mrs. Kimberly Hock

Mr. Darrell Bench & Mrs. Evelyn Bench

Mr. Joshua Bennett & Ms. Jenna Matthews

Mr. Dean Berlon

Dr. Michael Bibbo & Mrs. Lynn M. Bibbo

Mr. Michael Biesanz & Mrs. Carol Biesanz

Mr. David C. Birdsell III & Mrs. Tanya Birdsell

Ms. Gayley Blaine & Mr. Benjamin Webb

Dr. Alex Bodenstab & Ms. Deborah Neff

Ms. Diana Bubb & Mr. Eli Escobar

Mr. John R. Bunting & Mr. William Bristow

Mr. Steve Burkes & Mrs. Caroline Henrich-Burkes

Mr. Rob Burnett & Ms. Kathy Roberts

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Ms. Amy Diehl & Mr. Matthew Diehl

Mr. Larry Dillon & Ms. Shauna Riley

Mr. Hal Dunlap

Ms. Jessica Ann Emmons & Mr. Will Emmons

Ms. Joyce Falini & Dr. Prem Lachman

Ms. Pam T. Farber

Mr. Jeremy Feakins & Ms. Lesley Feakins

Mr. David Fetzer & Ms. Lucy Diperrotolo

Mr. David Finley

Mr. Patrick Francher & Mrs. Donna Francher

Mr. Clifford Garris & Ms. Nancy Garris

Mr. Edward Geary & Ms. Bernadine Geary

Mr. Vito Genua & Ms. Maryann Genua

Mrs. Deborah Gilligan & Mr. Edson Gilligan

Ms. Christine Glatz & Ms. Stephanie Stachoni

Mr. Steven Grier & Mrs. Donna Grier

Ms. Jennifer Haines

Dr. Maury Hoberman & Mrs. Joyce Hoberman

Ms. Kelly Houston & Mr. Matthew Houston

Mr. William Hughes & Mrs. Annette Hughes

Mr. Michael Hynansky & Ms. Ericka Hynansky

Ms. Kristine Ilaria & Dr. Dan Ilaria

Ms. Louise Burroughs & Ms. Rachel Vorhauer

Ms. Lynn Carbonell & Mr. Joseph Carbonell

Ms. Rita Casey & Mr. Ryan Casey

Mr. Walter Christensen & Mrs. Noleen Christensen

Ms. Patrice Churnetski & Mr. Justin Kazmerski

Mrs. Mary Harding Cist & Mr. David Cist

Dr. Tatyan Clarke & Mr. Jeffrey Davis

Mr. Kurt Clawson & Ms. Tina Hannagan

Mr. David Cohen & Mrs. Pinar Cohen

Ms. Rosemary Coletta

Ms. Ruth Colket & Mr. Tristram Colket

Mr. William Crawford & Mrs. Ruth L. Crawford

Mr. Michael Crickenberger & Mrs. Kristine Crickenberger

Mr. Scott Croy & Mrs. Renae Croy

Mr. Ryan Davies & Ms. Emily Polito

Ms. Debra Demarco

Mr. Barry Depew & Mrs. Carole Depew

Mr. Michael Deptula & Ms. Chandra Nilekani

Ms. Sally Dewees & Mr. Donald Dewees Jr.

Mr. Amol Dhargalkar & Ms. Aneesha Dhargalkar

Mr. Mark Diamond & Ms. Jordana Gabbay

Mr. Michael Jahnigen & Ms. Sara Carlson

Mr. Michael January & Ms. Dawn January

Mr. Alan Hull Johnson & Mrs. Kathryn Booth Johnson

Mr. C. Robert Johnson & Ms. Marcia Johnson

Ms. Edythe Joines & Mr. Ronal Fenstermacher

Ms. Carolyn Jordan & Ms. Emma Stradley

Mrs. Charlotte Junge & Mr. Brandon Junge

Mr. Russell Kehler & Ms. Carol Kehler

Dr. George Kenis & Dr. Lisa Kenis

Ms. Donna Jean Kiessling & Ms. Cissy Mckeon

Mr. Frank L. Kollman & Mrs. Sharon Ann Kollman

Mrs. Jean Krapf & Mr. Robert Krapf

Mr. Christopher Kuebler & Mrs. Dolores Kuebler

Mr. Stephen Kulyik & Ms. Barbara Bergmann

Mr. Richard Lacey & Ms. Adrienne Lacey

Mrs. Judith Lau & Mr. Ken Lau

Mrs. Kelly Lensing & Mr. Steven Lensing

Mrs. Missy K. Lickle & Mr. Daniel Lickle

Mrs. Beng Light & Mr. Dale Light

Mr. Donald Lindman & Mrs. Kathleen Lindman

Ms. Cheri Lucks & Mr. Jack Lucks

Mr. Stephen March &

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Mr. Dean Berlon










Ms. Amy Diehl & Mr. Matthew Diehl

Mr. Larry Dillon & Ms. Shauna Riley

Mr. Hal Dunlap

Ms. Jessica Ann Emmons & Mr. Will Emmons

Ms. Joyce Falini & Dr. Prem Lachman

Ms. Pam T. Farber

Mr. Jeremy Feakins & Ms. Lesley Feakins

Mr. David Fetzer & Ms. Lucy Diperrotolo

Mr. David Finley

Mr. Patrick Francher & Mrs. Donna Francher

Mr. Clifford Garris & Ms. Nancy Garris

Mr. Edward Geary & Ms. Bernadine Geary

Mr. Vito Genua & Ms. Maryann Genua

Mrs. Deborah Gilligan & Mr. Edson Gilligan

Ms. Christine Glatz & Ms. Stephanie Stachoni

Mr. Steven Grier & Mrs. Donna Grier

Ms. Jennifer Haines

Dr. Maury Hoberman & Mrs. Joyce Hoberman

Ms. Kelly Houston & Mr. Matthew Houston

Mr. William Hughes & Mrs. Annette Hughes

Mr. Michael Hynansky & Ms. Ericka Hynansky

Ms. Kristine Ilaria & Dr. Dan Ilaria

Ms. Louise Burroughs & Ms. Rachel Vorhauer

Ms. Lynn Carbonell & Mr. Joseph Carbonell

Ms. Rita Casey & Mr. Ryan Casey

Mr. Walter Christensen & Mrs. Noleen Christensen

Ms. Patrice Churnetski & Mr. Justin Kazmerski

Mrs. Mary Harding Cist & Mr. David Cist

Dr. Tatyan Clarke & Mr. Jeffrey Davis

Mr. Kurt Clawson & Ms. Tina Hannagan

Mr. David Cohen & Mrs. Pinar Cohen

Ms. Rosemary Coletta

Ms. Ruth Colket & Mr. Tristram Colket

Mr. William Crawford & Mrs. Ruth L. Crawford

Mr. Michael Crickenberger & Mrs. Kristine Crickenberger

Mr. Scott Croy & Mrs. Renae Croy

Mr. Ryan Davies & Ms. Emily Polito

Ms. Debra Demarco

Mr. Barry Depew & Mrs. Carole Depew

Mr. Michael Deptula & Ms. Chandra Nilekani

Ms. Sally Dewees & Mr. Donald Dewees Jr.

Mr. Amol Dhargalkar & Ms. Aneesha Dhargalkar

Mr. Mark Diamond & Ms. Jordana Gabbay

Mr. Michael Jahnigen & Ms. Sara Carlson

Mr. Michael January & Ms. Dawn January

Mr. Alan Hull Johnson & Mrs. Kathryn Booth Johnson

Mr. C. Robert Johnson & Ms. Marcia Johnson

Ms. Edythe Joines & Mr. Ronal Fenstermacher

Ms. Carolyn Jordan & Ms. Emma Stradley

Mrs. Charlotte Junge & Mr. Brandon Junge

Mr. Russell Kehler & Ms. Carol Kehler

Dr. George Kenis & Dr. Lisa Kenis

Ms. Donna Jean Kiessling & Ms. Cissy Mckeon

Mr. Frank L. Kollman & Mrs. Sharon Ann Kollman

Mrs. Jean Krapf & Mr. Robert Krapf

Mr. Christopher Kuebler & Mrs. Dolores Kuebler

Mr. Stephen Kulyik & Ms. Barbara Bergmann

Mr. Richard Lacey & Ms. Adrienne Lacey

Mrs. Judith Lau & Mr. Ken Lau

Mrs. Kelly Lensing & Mr. Steven Lensing

Mrs. Missy K. Lickle & Mr. Daniel Lickle

Mrs. Beng Light & Mr. Dale Light

Mr. Donald Lindman & Mrs. Kathleen Lindman

Ms. Cheri Lucks & Mr. Jack Lucks

Mr. Stephen March &

We’d like to acknowledge the following for their support as Chimes Tower Members:

Ms. Susan March

Mrs. Antonia Massie & Mr. Mike Massie

Dr. Abraham Mathew & Mrs. Jacqueline Mathew

Mrs. Christine Mcallister & Mr. Kenneth Mcallister

Mrs. Marie Calvert Mckee & Mr. Walter Mckee

Mr. Gary Meyer & Ms. Andreea Radulescu

Ms. Melanie Miller & Mr. Ron Miller

Mrs. Frances Edmonds Mohr & Mr. Michael Mohr

Ms. Veronica Morales & Ms. Bonita Patterson

Ms. Sharon Morningred & Ms. Wanda Bassano

Mr. William Morris & Ms. Debbie Morris

Mr. Brian Mullaney & Mr. Henry Faulk

Ms. Carol Neher & Mr. Patrick Neher

Mr. John O’Brien II & Ms. Patrice O’Brien

Mr. James Onaro & Mrs. Miriam M. Congleton

Mr. James O’Neill II & Mr. David Rubin

Ms. Ilona Ontscherenki

Mrs. Sheila R. Painter & Mr. Mark Painter

Mrs. Mary T. Patterson & Mr. Christopher Patterson

Mr. Stephen Peat

Mr. Edward Penick & Mrs. Marsha Penick

Ms. Jane G. Pepper

Ms. Barbara Petty & Mr. Butch Petty

Ms. Anne Pfaelzer De Ortiz & Mr. James Garrett

Mrs. Susan Piersol & Mr. Robert Rodgers

Mr. James Pillsbury & Dr. Julia M. Pillsbury

Ms. Gwendolyn K. Ponder & Mrs. Tinka Ponder

Ms. Christine Poplawski & Mr. John Poplawski

Mrs. Elaine Leonard Puppa & Mr. Robert Puppa

Ms. Judy Reid & Ms. Lauren Reid

Ms. Brenda Richardson

Mrs. Sally Ridgely & Mrs. Sally Thompson

Mr. Peter Rodriguez & Ms. Brenda Rodriguez

Mr. Randy Roehl & Ms. Barbara A. Roehl

Ms. Elaine Rutter & Ms. Victoria Goralski

Mr. Matthew Ryan & Ms. Christina Ryan

Mrs. Lorraine Rylko & Mrs. Carolyn Conwell

Mrs. Sara Santaniello & Mr. Vincent Santaniello

Mr. Greg Sawka & Mrs. Karen Sawka

Mrs. Melissa Scarborough & Mr. Matt Scarborough

Mr. Jordan Schlump & Mrs. Maria Schlump

Mrs. Tina Schweikert & Mr. Tim Schweikert

Dr. Ross Segan & Dr. Michelle Nemeth

Mrs. Lynne Seligman & Mr. William Seligman

Mr. Peter Silvia

Ms. Renee Simonton & Mr. Scott Simonton

Mrs. Barbara A. Simpers & Mr. P. Thomas Simpers

Mr. Donald Slesinski & Mrs. Vicki Dash-Slesinski

Mr. Henry Smith & Ms. Deborah Messenger

Dr. Stephanie Smith & Dr. Kevin Smith

Ms. Elizabeth Srinivasan & Dr. A. Srinivasan

Ms. Carol Storm & Ms. Megan E. Storm

Ms. Sandy Strine & Mr. Terry Strine

Ms. Margaret Stumpp

Mr. Michael Szwed & Ms. Heather Rossi

Mr. Peter Temple & Mrs. Susan Temple

Ms. Regina M. Tinari & Mr. Garrett Treer

Mr. P. Coleman Townsend & Mrs. Susan M. Townsend

Mr. James Trojanowski & Mrs. Eileen Trojanowski

Mrs. Kate Tuttle & Mr. Bill Tuttle

Mr. Garrett Vail & Mrs. Amanda Vail

Ms. Sarah Vakili & Ms. Jenny Wing

Ms. Janet Vibbert & Ms. Denise Buskaritz

Ms. Marylouise Wagner

Mr. Robert Weiss & Ms. Lee Wheeler

Mr. Alan Weller & Ms. Lakshmi Moorthy

Mrs. Margaret Whitford & Mr. Thomas Whitford

Ms. Ann Wick & Mr. Cal Wick

Mr. Stephen Wilchek & Ms. Whitney Smith

Mr. Edwin Thomas Winter & Mrs. Patricia Winter

Dr. Scott Winters & Mrs. Janice Winters

Ms. Diana Wister

Mr. David Woods & Ms. Amy Woods

Ms. Kimberly Wright & Ms. Elizabeth Wright

Mr. Douglas Yago & Mr. Bruce Price

Mr. Michael Zalewski & Ms. Elizabeth Cropsey

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