Longwood
Gardens was created by industrialist Pierre S. du Pont (and is
sometimes referred to as the DuPont Gardens) and offers 1,050
acres (425 hectares) of gardens, woodlands, and meadows; 20
outdoor gardens; 20 indoor gardens within 4 acres (1.6
hectares) of heated greenhouses; 11,000 different types of
plants; spectacular fountains; extensive educational programs
including horticultural career training and internships; and
800 horticultural and performing arts events each year, from
flower shows, gardening demonstrations, courses, and
children’s programs to concerts, organ and carillon recitals,
musical theatre, and fireworks displays.
