HO LI DAY A Longwood Christmas November 22–January 6
A Longwood Christmas On view November 22–January 6 We’ll put stars in your eyes this holiday season as you wander through half a million twinkling lights, watch illuminated fountains dance to festive music, and hear the sounds of the season during daily performances. Our warm Conservatory beckons with more than 10,000 fragrant and colorful holiday plants on display, lavish, star-laden trees soaring as high as 22 feet, and an extravagant holiday table set for 48 special guests. Welcome to the magic and beauty of A Longwood Christmas.
Plan Your Visit to A Longwood Christmas
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Buy Before You Arrive Timed Tickets Required Tickets Limited, Sell Out Likely Non-Peak Days Monday–Friday, Excluding December 26–31
Peak Days Saturdays and Sundays and December 26–31
Non-Peak Day hours: 9 am–9 pm Crowds are lighter prices are lower!
Peak Day hours: 9 am–10 pm Visit late–After 8 pm is great!
Adults: $18 Seniors ages 62+: $15 Students with student ID: $8 Children 4 & under: Free Members: Free, No reservations required.
Adults: $25 Seniors ages 62+: $22 Students with student ID: $11 Children 4 & under: Free Members: Free, Reservations required after 2 pm. Reservations limited.
Puchase timed tickets today at longwoodgardens.org or by calling 610.388.1000
Member Reservations & Bringing Guests Member Reservations Members require free reservations after 2 pm on Peak Days during A Longwood Christmas. Chimes Tower Members and guests included in their Membership Level do not require reservations.
Bringing Guests? Guests not included in a Membership require a timed admission ticket. Encourage your guests to purchase timed admission tickets before they arrive to avoid disappointment. We cannot accommodate a Member’s request for tickets if we are sold out. Complimentary Guest Tickets may not be used on Peak Days.
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Make your free Member and Member Guest reservations today: longwoodgardens.org 610.388.1000 *Reservations are limited
Non-Peak Days Monday-Friday, Excluding December 26–31
Peak Days Saturdays and Sundays and December 26–31
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Come as you wish, no reservations required
Free reservations required after 2 pm
Guests Included in Membership Level
Come as you wish, no reservations required
Free reservations required after 2 pm
Chimes Tower Members & Guests Included in Chimes Tower Membership Level
Come as you wish, no reservations required
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All Other Guests
Timed Admission Tickets required. See p. 3–4.
Timed Admission Tickets required. See p. 3–4.
Using your Complimentary Guest Tickets
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More Member Mondays! Nov. 26, Dec. 3, 10 & 17 Beat the crowds and bring guests with ease during exclusive Members-only hours on these four Mondays from 5–9 pm. Members can bring guests using complimentary guest tickets, or can purchase timed tickets on-site.
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Visiting Tips For the brightest experience in our Gardens
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Timed Admission Tickets are required for all guests that are not Members. Timed tickets sell out quickly, so purchase early to avoid disappointment. You will choose the date and start time of your visit upon purchase.
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Chimes Tower Members and guests included in their Membership Level do not require reservations at any time.
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Allow ample travel time as traffic may become heavy approaching Longwood Gardens between 3 and 7 pm.
Peak Days are the most popular times for guests and Members to visit during the holidays. Visit late–After 8 pm is great!
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If you wish to leave the Gardens and re-enter, please be sure to stamp your hand.
A Longwood Christmas is indoors and outdoors. Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
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Guests included in Rose Arbor, Garden Plus, and Individual Plus Membership Levels require free reservations after 2 pm on Peak Days.
Once you enter the Gardens, you may stay as long as you wish.
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Members require free reservations after 2 pm on Peak Days during A Longwood Christmas. Reserve in advance at longwoodgardens.org or by calling 610.388.1000. Members, come as you wish, without reservations, on Non-Peak Days.
Parking is free. Remote parking is used if needed.
As a courtesy to all guests, flash photography after dark is prohibited.
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Send your e-mail address to gardenpass@longwoodgardens.org, like us on Facebook, and follow us @longwoodgardens on Twitter to get real-time ticket sell out alerts and holiday updates!
Calendar of Events November
Temple University Concert Choir 7 & 8 pm
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A Longwood Christmas On View November 22–January 6 Thanksgiving Buffet Sold Out
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Hand-Painted Christmas Ornaments Sold Out Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm St. Mark’s High School Concert Choir 7 & 8 pm Season’s Greetings strolling performers 5–9 pm
The Concord High School Chorale 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Clearview Regional High School Vocale Ensemble 7 & 8 pm
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Suburban Forests! 9 am–12 pm * Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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A Gardener’s Holiday Wreath– Bring the Outside In Sold Out Christmas Critters– Natural Ornaments Sold Out
Member Monday Exclusive Members-only hours, 5–9 pm. Members save 20% in The GardenShop and The Terrace.
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Danú–An Irish Christmas 3 & 7 pm 2
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Member Monday Exclusive Members-only hours, 5–9 pm. Members save 20% in The GardenShop and The Terrace.
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Main Line Ringers 7 & 8 pm Olde Town Carolers 5–9 pm Member Monday Exclusive Members-only hours, 5–9 pm. Members save 20% in The GardenShop and The Terrace.
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2 & 3 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Breakfast with Santa Sold Out Holiday Table Lights Sold Out
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Olde Town Carolers 5–9 pm Member Monday Exclusive Members-only hours, 5–9 pm. Members save 20% in The GardenShop and The Terrace.
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm
Season’s Greetings strolling performers 5–9 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Wilmington Handbell Ensemble 7 & 8 pm
Breakfast with Santa Sold Out
Chester County Choral Society 7 & 8 pm
Breakfast with Santa Sold Out Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
Breakfast with Santa Sold Out Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
Stunning Holiday Centerpieces Sold Out
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Floral Fun Traditional Christmas Sold Out Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
Holiday Jazz with John Pizzarelli 8 pm 2
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School Chorale 7 & 8 pm
Quilled Snowflake Ornaments Sold Out
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm A Cappella Pops 7 & 8 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Cherry Hill High School, The Belles of East Madrigals 7 & 8 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Jersey Sound Chorus of Sweet Adelines Int’l 7 & 8 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Inspirational Choir of St. Paul’s Baptist Church 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Valley Forge Chorale 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm Haddonfield Memorial High School Madrigal Singers 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm
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Upper Darby High School Encore Singers 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Breakfast with Santa Sold Out
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Organ Concerts: Justin Hartz 6, 7 & 8 pm
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Rob Dickenson and The Brandywine Christmas Minstrels 2–8 pm Organ Music 3–9 pm
Wilmington Handbell Ensemble 4–9 pm Frank the Dog Barbershop Quartet 6–9 pm
Holiday Dining Events Holiday Performances, Free with Gardens Admission
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Organ Concerts: Justin Hartz 6, 7 & 8 pm
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Organ Concerts: Marc Cheban 6, 7, & 8 pm
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Plant Illustration Studio 6-part class January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11 12:30–3 pm *
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Floral Fun: Visit the Island of Dominica 10 am–12 pm *
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Comprehensive Wedding Design 4-part class January 19, 20 January 26, 27 9 am–4 pm * Joe Lovano Us Five 8 pm 2 Orchid Extravaganza January 19–March 24 Escape the cold of winter during Orchid Extravaganza. Explore a lush world of orchids where thousands of colorful blooms drape from walls, flow from baskets, and form captivating archways in artful displays.
The class you want sold out? E-mail help-ce@longwoodgardens.org or call 610.388.5454 to request a copy of our full-year Continuing Education catalog.
PartiGras Band 4–9 pm
Horticulture
Organ Sing-Alongs 2, 3 & 4 pm
Ticketed Performances Continuing Education Classes and Workshops Member Mondays
The Member event you want sold out? Make sure we have your e-mail address at gardenpass@longwoodgardens.org to receive notifications when registration opens. Please note: Limited tickets for special events
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Advanced registration & fee required: ceregistration.longwoodgardens.org, 610.388.5454. For a complete list of our Continuing Education opportunities visit us online. Members save 10%.
Star-Worthy Highlights Unwrap the History of A Longwood Christmas (1) Even though our holiday theme may change from year to year, A Longwood Christmas has a history that dates back to December 23, 1921. Our founder Pierre S. du Pont and his wife, Alice du Pont, initiated a festive tradition of holiday sharing by hosting parties from 1921 to 1942 for the families of Longwood employees— featuring a spectacularly decorated Christmas tree and holiday music. One of the brightest highlights for the children in attendance was receiving gifts from Pierre and Alice. In 1957, Longwood Gardens opened its Christmas celebration to the public for the first time. Today we continue this tradition and welcome over 300,000 guests every holiday season.
Star Light, Star Bright (2) Enjoy more lights than ever before as 15,000 additional lights are twinkling in our starry wonderland. Upon entering the Gardens, marvel at our century-old American elm lit for the very first time with never-beforeused cascades of hanging lights. Another first will be making a splash in the Main Fountain Garden as we introduce a 12-foot fountain light structure created by our craftsmen. Designed to replicate the magical fountain shows that delight our guests all summer, the unique lighting treatment mimics the movement of water. Of course, stars will be shining around every turn with the addition of many starry light features making us twinkle like the night sky!
A Handmade Christmas (3) Countless staff, students, and volunteers work all year, masterfully crafting A Longwood Christmas. This
extraordinary effort creates a sense of community and one-of-a-kind displays. To celebrate our star theme, thousands of decorative elements were crafted out of wood, paper, glass, metal, and natural materials! Note these exceptional additions to our display: sparkling starbursts made of natural materials and delicately cut paper ornaments hanging in The Terrace; branches of delicate leaves twisting their way up the white, rotating tree in the East Conservatory; natural ornaments that keep our wildlife fed on the popular wildlife tree near the Canopy Cathedral, and much more.
Trimming Our First Agave Tree (4) There is a living first that stands 14 feet high in the Silver Garden this holiday season—our first Christmas tree made entirely from agave plants. A project that shows off the expertise of our gardeners and metal craftsmen, this special tree is comprised of 134 individually potted agave plants nestled in a custom-built metal frame that spans 7 feet in diameter. Our horticulture team chose Agave ‘Blue Flame’ for two reasons—its unique star shape and its complimentary feel of the Silver Garden. To give this tree an extra twinkle, it’s adorned with clusters of silver glass balls. Like the sound of this garden highlight? Be sure to see another horticulture first that we’re unveiling in the Tropical Terrace—a tree made of 225 Orange Spice™ poinsettias.
The Stars Align in the Music Room (5) The Music Room will be taking our star-laden theme to galaxies far, far away, with three exciting telescopes on display this holiday season. Two fully functioning telescopes are brass reproductions of the 1896 Baush & Lomb telescopes—and come to us on
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loan from The Franklin Institute. However, one telescope is a star in its own right. Our own Porter Garden Telescope has caused a stir in the telescope community since its discovery among our artifacts. It is one of the very few existing telescopes (#54 of the original 60 produced) by The Porter Telescope Company. Russell W. Porter, founder of the amateur telescope-making movement in America, designed and patented this fully operational 6-inch f/4 telescope in the 1920s.
A Twinkling Garden Railway A G-scale model train display is ready to spark the imaginations of our youngest holiday guests! Our Garden Railway is outdoors and runs during regular Gardens hours, weather permitting, through January 6, 2013.
Light Lives On (6) Our summer nights came alive with thousands of lights during our exhibition Light: Installations by Bruce Munro (June 9–September 29, 2012). But what happened to the 27,000 illuminated flower stems, 17,388 1-litre recycled plastic bottles, 235 miles of bare optic fiber, and 762 hand blown glass spheres now that Light has closed? This autumn, Munro’s team removed nearly all installations and packaged them for return to the
UK. The artist plans to reuse this material in future installations. All elements that could not be saved were recycled. For example 0.85 tons of plastic from the Water Towers installations were recycled locally and some of the caps have been donated to an organization collecting them for education in third world countries. The sage featured in the Arrow Spring installation was composted on-site and will be used for future planting material throughout our Gardens. Keep in mind, although elements from the exhibition will be featured in future Munro installations, the experience will never be the same; Munro’s work is inspired by the landscape in which it’s intended. Learn more about future exhibitions at www.brucemunro.co.uk.
Experiences For All to Enjoy Holiday Fountain Shows in the Open Air Theatre During A Longwood Christmas fountain shows run on the hour from 10 am–3 pm, and every 5 minutes beginning at 3:30 pm.
Lively Daily Programs There is so much to do, see, and hear in our Gardens every day. Get a behindthe-scenes look at how we grow our plants for A Longwood Christmas on a Production Greenhouse tour ($4, $3 Members), sing your favorite holiday tunes with fellow guests during organ sing-alongs, enjoy numerous free holiday concerts, and much more. Check our website or inquire in the Visitor Center for a detailed listing of programs on the day of your visit. Registration Opens November 19 for 2013 Continuing Education Courses Homeowners, hobby gardeners, those with an interest in floral design or visual arts, horticulturists, and landscape professionals will all find Continuing Education courses, workshops, and more that fit your needs and your schedule. Our classes are an eclectic mix of useful and practical information brought to you by our experts in the unmatched setting of our Gardens. Your 2013 course catalog will be arriving in the mail soon. On-line registration and full class listings are available November 19 at 10 am at longwoodgardens.org. Many courses sell out quickly, register early to avoid disappointment.
The Stars of Our Holiday Performances An Nollaig in Éirinn with Danú Sunday, December 2 3 & 7 pm
Holiday Jazz with John Pizzarelli Thursday, December 6 8 pm
Irish ensemble Danú celebrates a traditional Irish Christmas with An Nollaig in Éirinn. Danú takes its audiences on a musical journey to their native Ireland with their tribute to traditional Irish Christmas celebrations.
Jazz up your holiday season with John Pizzarelli—a world-renowned jazz guitarist and singer. He is part of a select group of Ella Fitzgerald Award winners.
Performance: The Ballroom $40 Reserved seating $34 Members
Performance: The Ballroom $45 Reserved seating $38 Members
Winter 2013 Performances Jazz Series
Classical Series
Joe Lovano Us Five featuring James Weidman, Esperanza Spalding, Francisco Mela, Otis Brown III Saturday, January 19 8 pm
Leila Josefowicz, violin Thursday, February 21 8 pm
A World of Music Series
A World of Music Series
Molly Ringwald Great American Songbook Saturday, February 23 8 pm
Ladysmith Black Mambazo Saturday, January 26 8 pm
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 this dining symbol to make a reservation for a prix-fixe, pre-performance dinner in our fine dining restaurant, 1906. Three gourmet courses, $41. Reservations 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.
Tickets Unless otherwise noted, tickets are sold via Ticket Philadelphia: ticketphiladelphia.org / 215.893.1999.
Orchid Extravaganza On view January 19–March 24 Leave winter at the front door and enter our Conservatory where thousands of orchids drape from walls, flow from baskets, and form towering arches in this colorful display. Throughout 2013 we also invite you to see beyond our beauty as we open the doors to our work spaces, introduce you to our talented staff, and reveal the inspiration, ideas, and ingenuity behind all that we do! OrKID Days OrKID Days are fun for the whole family and help our youngest visitors appreciate gardens through music! Enjoy a free family concert and explore orchids first-hand at discovery stations. OrKID Day Concerts Free with Gardens admission. Concerts are at noon & 2 pm Kim & Reggie Harris Monday, January 21 Family friendly music about the underground railroad.
Two of a Kind Monday, February 18 Upbeat and interactive children’s music about the environment.
Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble Saturday, March 16 Jazz concert for kids.
Gardens Information Gardens Hours November 22–January 6 A Longwood Christmas 9 am–9 pm
Dining at The Terrace The Terrace is a Certified Green Restaurant through the Green Restaurant Association and offers two dining experiences, open daily:
Peak Days and December 26–31, 9 am–10 pm
The Café Enjoy casual fare made from fresh seasonal ingredients.
Tickets
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Buy Before You Arrive • Timed Admission Tickets Required • Tickets Limited Timed tickets are required to experience A Longwood Christmas. Member Reservations Members require free reservations after 2 pm on Peak Days during A Longwood Christmas. Chimes Tower Level Members do not require reservations. Members can make reservations via longwoodgardens.org or by calling 610.388.1000.
For Your Convenience Longwood Gardens covers many acres. There are no shuttles within the Gardens. 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.
Peak and Non-Peak Days during A Longwood Christmas
Scooters are not available during rainy, snowy, or freezing weather.
Non-Peak Days All Mondays–Fridays excluding December 26–31.
During periods of high visitation and Peak Days, electric scooters are not permitted inside the Conservatory.
General Admission / Non-Peak Day Admission Adults: $18 Seniors ages 62+: $15 Students with student ID: $8 Children 4 & under: Free Members: Free, No reservations required. Become a Member to enjoy Members-only evenings, 5–9 pm, on Nov. 26, Dec. 3, 10, & 17. Peak Days All Saturdays and Sundays and December 26–31. Peak Day Admission Adults: $25 Seniors ages 62+: $22 Students with student ID: $11 Children ages 4 & under: Free Members: Free, Reservations required after 2 pm. Reservations limited. Prices and hours are subject to change
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