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Longwood Gardens

In 1906, industrialist Pierre du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the world’s great horticultural displays, encompassing 1,100 acres of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and 4.5-acre conservatory. Longwood continues the mission set forth by Mr. du Pont to inspire people through excellence in garden design, horticulture, education and the performing arts, through programming that includes exhibitions, musical performances by leading artists, renowned horticulture education programs, horticulture research, environmental stewardship and community engagement. Open daily, Longwood is one of more than 30 gardens in the Philadelphia region known as America’s Garden Capital. For more information, visit longwoodgardens.org.

Longwood Gardens' Retro Christmas
Entertainment

Step Back in Time: Longwood Gardens’ Retro Christmas Extravaganza

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 - by MyChesCo

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — This holiday season, it’s a riot of retro, a bevy of bright, and nostalgic moments at every turn during A Longwood Christmas, on view November 17, …

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Longwood Gardens
Executives

Matthew Earnest Joins Longwood Gardens as Chief Strategy Officer

September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 - by MyChesCo

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Longwood Gardens announced the appointment of Matthew Earnest as Chief Strategy Officer. In this new role, Earnest will help drive the implementation of Longwood’s 2030 Strategic …

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Danelo Cavalcante
News

Fugitive Danelo Cavalcante Captured, Longwood Gardens Expresses Gratitude

September 14, 2023September 14, 2023 - by Maryann Pugh

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Longwood Gardens expressed deep gratitude yesterday following the capture of escaped prisoner Danelo Souza Cavalcante. The 34-year-old Brazilian national had been on the run since his …

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Danelo Cavalcante
Crime

Manhunt Continues for Escaped Convict Danelo Cavalcante in Chester County

September 5, 2023September 7, 2023 - by MyChesCo

WEST CHESTER, PA — The search for escaped convict Danelo Cavalcante continues to intensify in Chester County, Pennsylvania after a new sighting was reported early on September 5, 2023. The …

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Hopewell Furnace Historic Site
Lifestyle

A Historical Journey of Chester County’s Iconic Landmarks and Buildings

August 3, 2023August 10, 2023 - by Alec Robson

Are you ready for a journey through time? An exploration of Chester County’s historic and iconic buildings– monuments to days gone by? Get your ticket for the historical train, because …

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Longwood Gardens
Executives

Longwood Gardens Appoints John Zurn VP of Facilities and Capital Projects

July 23, 2023July 23, 2023 - by MyChesCo

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Longwood Gardens announced the recent appointment of John Zurn as Vice President of Facilities and Capital Projects. In this role, Zurn will oversee a team of …

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Longwood Organ Comp
Music

Bryan Anderson Takes the Crown: Winner of the Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition

July 23, 2023July 23, 2023 - by MyChesCo

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Bryan Anderson claimed the top prize at the Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition in June, receiving the $40,000 Pierre S. du Pont First Prize, a contract …

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Longwood Gardens
Entertainment

Illuminated Fountain Show: Spirit of America at Longwood Gardens

June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 - by MyChesCo

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Experience the ‘Spirit of America at Longwood Gardens’ Illuminated Fountain Show, a breathtaking celebration of the Fourth of July!

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Chesco's Summer Career Academies
Education

Last Chance for Kids to Enroll in Summer Career Academies from Chester County Economic Development Council

May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 - by Kristen Stewart

EXTON, PA — Put on your lab coats and scrubs! It’s the final days of registration for Summer Career Academies presented by the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) and the …

Last Chance for Kids to Enroll in Summer Career Academies from Chester County Economic Development Council Read More
earth day
Music

Celebrate Earth Day with Lyric Fest’s The Metamorphoses of Plants

April 15, 2023April 14, 2023 - by Timothy Alexander

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — On Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, Longwood Gardens will be hosting a special Earth Day performance of Lyric Fest’s The Metamorphoses of Plants. This unique program includes …

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