KENNETT SQUARE, PA — The science behind one of America’s most celebrated gardens will take center stage Saturday when Longwood Gardens invites visitors behind the scenes for Science in Action Day, a hands-on event spotlighting the research and innovation that fuel its world-renowned landscapes.
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026, guests will have the chance to meet Longwood’s scientists and horticultural experts and explore how research, sustainability, and a new science strategy shape everything from plant care to global conservation efforts.
“Science makes the beauty at Longwood possible,” said Kate Santos, associate vice president of science at Longwood Gardens. She said Science in Action Day offers visitors a rare look at the research, innovation, and techniques used to grow, conserve, and steward plants and landscapes locally and around the world.
Interactive Science in Action stations will be set up throughout Longwood’s Conservatories, bringing scientific concepts to life for visitors of all ages. Topics range from floriculture and regenerative resources to plant exploration, plant collections, and land stewardship.
The day also features a panel discussion, “Longwood Science: Global Connections, Shared Purpose,” scheduled from 11 a.m. to noon. The discussion will examine how horticulture, conservation, ecology, and agriculture intersect to advance biodiversity conservation and climate resilience.
Panelists include Paul Smith, Ph.D., secretary general of Botanic Gardens Conservation International; Emily Mason, global head of marketing at Syngenta Flowers; Andrew Smith, Ph.D., chief science officer at Rodale Institute; and Oliver Bass, CEO of Natural Lands.
Registration is required to attend the panel discussion. All Science in Action Day activities are included with regular Gardens admission, offering visitors a deeper appreciation of how science and art combine to create the beauty that defines Longwood Gardens. For more information, visit longwoodgardens.org.
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