School and Youth Programs
Take advantage of Longwood Gardens’ newest programs!
We are dedicated to educating students and teachers, while exposing them to learning resources in the garden.
Nurturing Curiosity School Programs (K-12)
Our hands-on curriculum programs are designed to nurture student curiosity, while focusing on learning. To view the Nurturing Curiosity Video, click here.
Self-directed Curriculum Activities
Enhance a self-directed visit to the gardens with curriculum activity pages!
Teacher Programs
Discover learning at Longwood Gardens! ACT 48 credits for PA teachers are available for classes offered through the Teacher Institute at Longwood Gardens. Credits for performing and visuals arts are offered in partnership with The Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership.
Harvest Table Designs
Friday, November 20; 1:00–4:00 pm
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a dramatic centerpiece using richly textured fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Learn techniques for securing these heavy, unusually shaped elements in the design.
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Creating Outdoor Holiday Light Displays
Sunday, December 6
Learn the techniques used to beautify and highlight outdoor spaces, and later take a walk as the sun sets to see the sparkling beauty of Longwood's outdoor display.
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The Gardens Shop
Online or in the Visitor Center
Inspired by Longwood’s seasonal displays, the Shop is the perfect place to find stunning décor, whimsical gifts, and your favorite plants.
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The Buds and the Bees
Pollination and the Secret Lives of Plants (through November 22)
Join us for our year-long changing exhibit, which delves into the sights, sounds and science of pollination.
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Courses Now Available on LongwoodLive!
Professional Gardener courses and select Continuing Education courses are now available on LongwoodLIVE. Students can access instructor's presentations, resource links, assessment tools, discussion boards and more.
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