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May 2022
Tai Chi: Introduction to the Yang Long Form
Join us in the gardens for an Introduction to the Yang Long Form led by Michael C. Francis, MD. Click here to learn more about Dr. Francis and our other wellness programs.
Class will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
June 2022
Twilight at Longue Vue: Carmela Rappazzo
Bring drinks, snacks, picnic seating, or just your walking shoes to enjoy the cool hours of the day in the Longue Vue Gardens. Twilight at Longue Vue is our series of casual, open-air showcases for local musicians and performers across all genres. This week, Carmela Rappazzo provides the entertainment overlooking Spanish Court.
Click here to view upcoming artist bios, order a Picnic Box, reserve Balcony or Portico Terrace seating packages, and more!
$10 general admission; $5 members (limit 2 tickets).
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
First Friday Tours & Tea
Enjoy a specialty house tour led by our Historian and Curator, Lenora Costa, and a specialty garden tour led by Director of Gardens Amy Graham. The combination tour ($70) includes teatime and treats at Edith & Edgar’s Museum Cafe between tours. Each tour will focus on exploring the connection between the house and garden designs. This is a unique opportunity for guests to engage with our on-site historical and horticultural experts, taking a deeper dive into the legacy of Longue Vue.
Tai Chi: Introduction to the Yang Long Form
Join us in the gardens for an Introduction to the Yang Long Form led by Michael C. Francis, MD. Click here to learn more about Dr. Francis and our other wellness programs.
Class will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Sprouts – “Life Cycles”
Designed for children under 5 and their parents, Sprouts is a space for structured garden exploration, creativity, and free play. Come join us in our interactive children’s Discovery Garden this summer on the first Saturday of the month from 9:30AM to 11AM. Garden Educator Mariah Theobald will lead a group activity followed by a connected craft.
The theme of this session is “Life Cycles.”
$10 per participant; $5 for annual members
Vue Crew Kids Garden Club – “Life Cycles”
Vue Crew Kids Garden Club meets once per month this summer! Students ages 5 to 10 can make new friends while learning about gardening techniques, nature-inspired art, and their connection to the natural world. Each meeting will have a seasonal theme.
The theme of this session is “Life Cycles.”
$20 per student; $10 for Family-level members
Free Family Sunday!
Come enjoy Longue Vue Gardens as our guest! Louisiana families are admitted to Longue Vue FREE of charge the first Sunday of every month. Bring a picnic or purchase snacks at Edith & Edgar’s Museum Cafe, explore the children’s Discovery Garden, and make yourself at home in our eight beautiful acres. Tours of our historic house museum will be half-priced on this date.
Please note that pets are not permitted on the Longue Vue grounds.
Summer ‘Scapes Begins
Students ages 5 to 10 can spend summer break indulging in nature, learning gardening techniques, honing STEM skills, and enjoying free play – all in the inspiring beauty of the Longue Vue gardens. One-week sessions begin on June 6 and continue through the end of July; registration for all sessions opens March 1.
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Junior Garden Volunteers
Designed specifically for middle and high school students! Bring your own drinks, gloves, sunscreen, and hat and come dig alongside the garden staff in the beautiful eight-acres of Longue Vue’s historic gardens during summer break.
We have projects for all levels of experience – including the first time gardener! Students may earn service hours for school by volunteering. This summer, Junior Garden Volunteers will meet every Tuesday morning from 10AM to 12PM in June and July.
Registration is required as capacity is limited.
Sound Bath with Swan Michelle
Created by Swan Michelle, this event is a Swan River Yoga original. It is a sound therapy concert, experienced lying down, designed to recalibrate the nervous system and cleanse the energy body while in conscious stillness.
In yoga, sound, or listening, was the original form of healing, called “Nada Brahma.” Consciously, through listening, the healing benefits of receptivity are activated. The creative experience of Sound Bath will engage you and your family in active silence and a deep reset of the sacred. It is a very inviting and accessible way to experience yoga for most all beings!
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Tai Chi: Introduction to the Yang Long Form
Join us in the gardens for an Introduction to the Yang Long Form led by Michael C. Francis, MD. Click here to learn more about Dr. Francis and our other wellness programs.
Class will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Family Equality Day
Longue Vue is proud to hold our seventh annual Family Equality Day presented by the Weishaupt Family Foundation. This is a free Longue Vue Pride event, on Sunday, June 12, 2022, from 10AM to 1PM. In keeping with the inclusive values of our founders, Edith and Edgar Stern, Family Equality Day celebrates and recognizes families of all shapes, sizes, and definitions, with a special focus on the LGBTQ+ community. This outdoor event is fun for all ages, with Drag Queen Story Time, dance and drag performances, fan decorating, a community resource fair, a culminating children’s parade, and other surprises.
Come celebrate Pride with us!
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Junior Garden Volunteers
Designed specifically for middle and high school students! Bring your own drinks, gloves, sunscreen, and hat and come dig alongside the garden staff in the beautiful eight-acres of Longue Vue’s historic gardens during summer break.
We have projects for all levels of experience – including the first time gardener! Students may earn service hours for school by volunteering. This summer, Junior Garden Volunteers will meet every Tuesday morning from 10AM to 12PM in June and July.
Registration is required as capacity is limited.
Twilight at Longue Vue: The Colgate Collective
Bring drinks, snacks, picnic seating, or just your walking shoes to enjoy the cool hours of the day in the Longue Vue Gardens. Twilight at Longue Vue is our series of casual, open-air showcases for local musicians and performers across all genres. This week, The Colgate Collective provides the entertainment overlooking Spanish Court.
Click here to view upcoming artist bios, order a Picnic Box, reserve Balcony or Portico Terrace seating packages, and more!
$10 general admission; $5 members (limit 2 tickets).
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Tai Chi: Introduction to the Yang Long Form
Join us in the gardens for an Introduction to the Yang Long Form led by Michael C. Francis, MD. Click here to learn more about Dr. Francis and our other wellness programs.
Class will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Family Flower Arranging Workshop
Celebrate family with a little flower arranging! Family members of all ages will enjoy this hands-on interactive class, using flowers and botanicals from our gardens! All materials and instruction are provided and light refreshments served. All-day garden admission is included in ticket price.
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Junior Garden Volunteers
Designed specifically for middle and high school students! Bring your own drinks, gloves, sunscreen, and hat and come dig alongside the garden staff in the beautiful eight-acres of Longue Vue’s historic gardens during summer break.
We have projects for all levels of experience – including the first time gardener! Students may earn service hours for school by volunteering. This summer, Junior Garden Volunteers will meet every Tuesday morning from 10AM to 12PM in June and July.
Registration is required as capacity is limited.
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
What’s in Bloom Happy Hour
Learn “what’s in bloom” at Longue Vue this summer – from colorful flowers to exciting gardens-based programs for all ages. Enjoy a glass of wine and a stroll through the gardens: A specially marked Garden Map will guide you to our favorite seasonal blooms, and a member of our Gardens staff will be on-hand to answer any questions you may have about our beautiful eight acres – or about your own garden at home!
RSVP using the registration button below to join us for this FREE seasonal happy hour.
Tai Chi: Introduction to the Yang Long Form
Join us in the gardens for an Introduction to the Yang Long Form led by Michael C. Francis, MD. Click here to learn more about Dr. Francis and our other wellness programs.
Class will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
Junior Garden Volunteers
Designed specifically for middle and high school students! Bring your own drinks, gloves, sunscreen, and hat and come dig alongside the garden staff in the beautiful eight-acres of Longue Vue’s historic gardens during summer break.
We have projects for all levels of experience – including the first time gardener! Students may earn service hours for school by volunteering. This summer, Junior Garden Volunteers will meet every Tuesday morning from 10AM to 12PM in June and July.
Registration is required as capacity is limited.
Edith & Edgar Stern’s 101st Wedding Anniversary
Join us as we celebrate the 101st wedding anniversary of Edith and Edgar Stern. Enjoy cake and champagne as we toast our founders in the Playhouse.
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Yoga with a Vue
All-levels yoga in the Longue Vue Gardens beneath our beautiful oak trees, in partnership with Andree Khalaf and JoAnn Letten of Pilates and Yoga Loft. This class is offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM to 10:20AM. Reservations recommended; class size is limited. Participants must bring their own yoga mat. All-day admission to the gardens is included; stay and stroll after class!
$15 per person; $7.50 for annual members
*New in 2022: Visit our Wellness page for information regarding monthly yoga subscriptions!
July 2022
First Friday Tours & Tea
Enjoy a specialty house tour led by our Historian and Curator, Lenora Costa, and a specialty garden tour led by Director of Gardens Amy Graham. The combination tour ($70) includes teatime and treats at Edith & Edgar’s Museum Cafe between tours. Each tour will focus on exploring the connection between the house and garden designs. This is a unique opportunity for guests to engage with our on-site historical and horticultural experts, taking a deeper dive into the legacy of Longue Vue.
Sprouts – “Summer Rain”
Designed for children under 5 and their parents, Sprouts is a space for structured garden exploration, creativity, and free play. Come join us in our interactive children’s Discovery Garden this summer on the first Saturday of the month from 9:30AM to 11AM. Garden Educator Mariah Theobald will lead a group activity followed by a connected craft.
The theme of this session is “Summer Rain.”
$10 per participant; $5 for annual members
Vue Crew Kids Garden Club – “Summer Rains”
Vue Crew Kids Garden Club meets once per month this summer! Students ages 5 to 10 can make new friends while learning about gardening techniques, nature-inspired art, and their connection to the natural world. Each meeting will have a seasonal theme.
The theme of this session is “Summer Rains.”
$20 per student; $10 for Family-level members
Free Family Sunday!
Come enjoy Longue Vue Gardens as our guest! Louisiana families are admitted to Longue Vue FREE of charge the first Sunday of every month. Bring a picnic or purchase snacks at Edith & Edgar’s Museum Cafe, explore the children’s Discovery Garden, and make yourself at home in our eight beautiful acres. Tours of our historic house museum will be half-priced on this date.
Please note that pets are not permitted on the Longue Vue grounds.
Twilight at Longue Vue: Anaïs St. John
Bring drinks, snacks, picnic seating, or just your walking shoes to enjoy the cool hours of the day in the Longue Vue Gardens. Twilight at Longue Vue is our series of casual, open-air showcases for local musicians and performers across all genres. This week, Anaïs St. John provides the entertainment overlooking Spanish Court.
Click here to view upcoming artist bios, order a Picnic Box, reserve Balcony or Portico Terrace seating packages, and more!
$10 general admission; $5 members (limit 2 tickets).
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Junior Garden Volunteers
Designed specifically for middle and high school students! Bring your own drinks, gloves, sunscreen, and hat and come dig alongside the garden staff in the beautiful eight-acres of Longue Vue’s historic gardens during summer break.
We have projects for all levels of experience – including the first time gardener! Students may earn service hours for school by volunteering. This summer, Junior Garden Volunteers will meet every Tuesday morning from 10AM to 12PM in June and July.
Registration is required as capacity is limited.
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Permaculture Principles of Gardening Workshop
This garden tour and lecture with Director of Gardens Amy Graham highlights ways in which the Longue Vue garden team practices permaculture in their daily garden maintenance routine.
Junior Garden Volunteers
Designed specifically for middle and high school students! Bring your own drinks, gloves, sunscreen, and hat and come dig alongside the garden staff in the beautiful eight-acres of Longue Vue’s historic gardens during summer break.
We have projects for all levels of experience – including the first time gardener! Students may earn service hours for school by volunteering. This summer, Junior Garden Volunteers will meet every Tuesday morning from 10AM to 12PM in June and July.
Registration is required as capacity is limited.
Twilight at Longue Vue: John Rankin
Bring drinks, snacks, picnic seating, or just your walking shoes to enjoy the cool hours of the day in the Longue Vue Gardens. Twilight at Longue Vue is our series of casual, open-air showcases for local musicians and performers across all genres. This week, John Rankin provides the entertainment overlooking Spanish Court.
Click here to view upcoming artist bios, order a Picnic Box, reserve Balcony or Portico Terrace seating packages, and more!
$10 general admission; $5 members (limit 2 tickets).
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
Junior Garden Volunteers
Designed specifically for middle and high school students! Bring your own drinks, gloves, sunscreen, and hat and come dig alongside the garden staff in the beautiful eight-acres of Longue Vue’s historic gardens during summer break.
We have projects for all levels of experience – including the first time gardener! Students may earn service hours for school by volunteering. This summer, Junior Garden Volunteers will meet every Tuesday morning from 10AM to 12PM in June and July.
Registration is required as capacity is limited.
Garden Volunteers
Dig alongside our talented and knowledgeable garden team to experience Longue Vue’s eight acres of historic gardens firsthand. Garden Volunteers meet every Thursday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM, and every second Saturday of the month from 9AM to 11AM. All tools provided, but please bring your own hat, gloves, sunscreen, water, and facial covering.
RAIN OR SHINE
August 2022
Sprouts – “Colors in the Garden”
Designed for children under 5 and their parents, Sprouts is a space for structured garden exploration, creativity, and free play. Come join us in our interactive children’s Discovery Garden this summer on the first Saturday of the month from 9:30AM to 11AM. Garden Educator Mariah Theobald will lead a group activity followed by a connected craft.
The theme of this session is “Colors in the Garden.”
$10 per participant; $5 for annual members
Vue Crew Kids Garden Club – “Deep in the Wild Garden”
Vue Crew Kids Garden Club meets once per month this summer! Students ages 5 to 10 can make new friends while learning about gardening techniques, nature-inspired art, and their connection to the natural world. Each meeting will have a seasonal theme.
The theme of this session is “Deep in the Wild Garden.”
$20 per student; $10 for Family-level members
Free Family Sunday!
Come enjoy Longue Vue Gardens as our guest! Louisiana families are admitted to Longue Vue FREE of charge the first Sunday of every month. Bring a picnic or purchase snacks at Edith & Edgar’s Museum Cafe, explore the children’s Discovery Garden, and make yourself at home in our eight beautiful acres. Tours of our historic house museum will be half-priced on this date.
Please note that pets are not permitted on the Longue Vue grounds.
Rake Day
Longue Vue has been proudly leaf-blower free since August 14, 2019! Celebrate our 4th annual Rake Day by volunteering to rake with us, or by putting down the leaf blower and raking in your own community.
September 2022
Fall Flower Arranging Workshop
Grab a friend and join us for this relaxing cut flower workshop! Participants will create their own lovely arrangement with flowers and botanical treasures found here in our historic gardens. Prosecco drinks and light snacks served.
Native Plant Propagation for Beginners Workshop
Join Director of Gardens Amy Graham to learn how to make plants with plants! Seed saving, storing, and cutting reproduction will be covered in this hands-on workshop. Participants will go home with collected seeds, four starter plants, and a powerful new skill set! This is an indoor and outdoor program with all tools provided. Light snacks served.
October 2022
Junior Historians Resumes
The fall session of this two-part course for ages 10 to 15 includes projects in the Longue Vue archives and Visitor Center, plus a final research presentation.
Registration coming soon! Email lcosta@longuevue.com for more info.
Seed Collecting Workshop
This fun, hands-on workshop will give participants the basic knowledge for seed collecting and seed storing.
Games in the Gardens
Our pandemic-era fundraiser is now a fabulous annual event raising funds for garden-based education at Longue Vue. Save the date for an evening of fresh air, friends, and philanthropy.
Fall Flower Arranging Workshop
Grab a friend and join us for this relaxing cut flower workshop! Participants will create their own lovely arrangement with flowers and botanical treasures found here in our historic gardens. Prosecco drinks and light snacks served.
November 2022
Wreath Making Workshop
Join Director of Gardens Amy Graham to create your very own magnolia wreath. This festive workshop is a perfect holiday outing for friends and family. Participants will handcraft their own wreath using leaves harvested from our historic trees. Prosecco drinks and light snacks served.
Harvest Camp
School’s out! Students ages 5 to 10 can spend holiday breaks at Longue Vue seasonal camps to explore the gardens, create art, play games, and engage in fun activities based around the seasons. Scholarships are available.
Registration coming soon! Email education@longuevue.com for more info.
December 2022
Merry Market
Longue Vue’s annual outdoor holiday marketplace includes shopping with local vendors, festive crafts and music, and photos with Santa.
Tickets coming soon! Email info@longuevue.com for more info.
Wreath Making Workshop
Join Director of Gardens Amy Graham to create your very own magnolia wreath. This festive workshop is a perfect holiday outing for friends and family. Participants will handcraft their own wreath using leaves harvested from our historic trees. Prosecco drinks and light snacks served.