The Buds and the Bees: Pollination and the Secret Lives of Plants
Beginning in January, join us for our year-long changing exhibit, which delves into the sights, sounds and science of pollination. The exhibit opens with an informative look at which pollinators orchids rely on, in the Tropical Terrace and Cascade Garden.
Learning Adventures
Join us for special pollination-themed classes and lectures throughout the year, including these programs during Orchid Extravaganza:
- Deceit and Deception: The Orchid Pollination Story on March 6
- Vegetables Galore: Spring, Summer, Fall on March 7
- Fashionable Flora on March 10
- Beekeeping Basics on March 14
For more on these and other classes, visit the Learning section of our site.
Or-'KID' Days
Spend the day with concerts and activities for the whole family! Enjoy a kids' performance, craft activity and meet exotic animals up close. Don't forget to leave time to explore Longwood's amazing Indoor Children's Garden.
- John Flynn and the Brandywine Zoo on January 31
- Cathy & Marcy and the Delaware Museum of Natural History on February 21
- Yosi & the Superdads and the Philadelphia Zoo on February 28
The Flower Force: David Rogers Pollination Series
Sculptor David Rogers lands in the Idea Garden April 8-15 for the kick-off of our special exhibit, The Flower Force: David Rogers Pollination Series. He'll be answering your questions about his works of art, all created from natural materials.
David's beehive, flower, butterfly and NEW hummingbird sculptures will be on exhibit in the Idea Garden until September 6.
Pollen Photo Exhibit and Observation Bee Hive
Explore pollen and pollinators through two unique displays. Photographs of pollen reveal the unseen beauty found withing the microscopic grains, on exhibit from April 1 through May 22. Photo Credit: University of Delaware, Delaware Biotechnology Institute. Images provided courtesy of Deborah H. Powell and Kirk J. Czymmek.
An observation bee hive reveals the living community and the lives of honey bees. Don't miss this special living exhibit in The Lookout Loft, beginning April 1.