Longwood Gardens is giving the public extra incentive to visit in the waning days of the Nightscape exhibit, especially for beer or music fans.
“Nightscape: A Light and Sound Experience,” an artistic mix of light, sound, and imagery by Philadelphia-based Klip Collective, will close on Oct. 31. Longwood officials have not yet said whether it will return next summer. It was designed to enhance visitors’ experiences during an extensive 2½-year, $90 million revitalization project that has temporarily sidelined the Main Fountain Garden – and its summer fireworks shows.
Since opening in July, Nightscape has attracted oohs and aahs from more than 140,000 guests, according to Longwood officials. Because the exhibit requires darkness, the optimal time for viewing now occurs around 7:30 p.m. Seeing Nightscape in its entirely takes about an hour and a half, which allows ample time for checking out the many other nocturnal attractions since the gardens stay open until 11 p.m.
On Wednesday evening, representatives from Victory Brewing Company will join Longwood experts for an informal, informational and taste-testing session next to the Beer Garden, which has proven to be a popular Nightscape feature. Along with pub-style fare, the Beer Garden, constructed of wood from a sequoia tree that fell at Longwood, offers a variety of Victory beers on tap.
From 7 to 9 p.m. during “Gardens on Tap: Meet the Brewer,” guests will have an opportunity to stroll at their leisure around a tent, where the experts will provide insight into the brewing of the two seasonal, signature beers created for Nightscape. Autumn Wheat was crafted by Victory, using Longwood-harvested honey, znd Summer Zest, a saison that was available during the summer, was flavored with Longwood-grown lemons.
A previous program in September focused on botanically-inspired cocktails that utilized Longwood ingredients. Selections included elderberry-infused gin and tonics, native mint mojitos, and grapefruit chipotle margaritas.
On Thursday, Oct. 22, Live Music in the Beer Garden will continue from 7 to 10 p.m. with the innovative, multi-instrument performance of Angela Sheik. Jon Dichter’s lively gypsy jazz will close out the program on Thursday, Oct. 29.
Nightscape comprises nine locations, with each display inspired by and related to the gardens. Highlights include the Legacy Tree, where blue and violet lights pulse from the tree’s root system through its arching canopy and disperse into the air, and the Large Lake, which celebrates the seasons with an evocative musical score and lively animation. At the Topiary Garden, light breathes life into the sculptural forms, ultimately transforming them into a whimsical band.
On view Wednesday through Saturday evenings from 6 to 11 p.m., Nightscape runs through Oct. 31. Tickets, which include all-day admission, are $27 for adults (ages 19+); $17 for students (ages 5–18); and free for ages 4 and under. Tickets are limited and should be purchased in advance. The exhibit is free for members, but they must make advance reservations. To purchase or reserve tickets, visit longwoodgardens.org.
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