Kennett Square, PA

A high-tech but green treehouse has been built by the staff of Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, and the Treehouse Workshop, using designs and construction techniques that preserved the tree from the branches in the canopy down to the roots.

Although it rises 20 feet into the tree, neither does it bolt directly into the tree nor into massive concrete foundations. Using a technology called "Pin Foundation," it anchors directly to the ground using an unique combination of pre-cast concrete forms with steel pins. This foundation is said not to harm the tree roots.

The interior of the treehouse shows the use of reclaimed lumber from an old dairy barn, a warehouse, and a toothpaste factory. Leaving the woodlands of Longwood Gardens, this is a view of the formal gardens and fountains as seen from the Conservatory. For more information about the design and construction of the treehouse, call 610-717-5599. You can press 5# to hear about the pin foundation, 10# to hear from the workshop that built it, or press 0# to leave your own message. Have fun learning about this new addition to Longwood Gardens, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania!

The Chrysanthemum Festival at Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania features both the white "Thousand Bloom" chrysanthemum with 718 flowers blooming on ONE stem, and the shield shaped Seiko mum with 172 flowers developed by only one other grower, master horticulturist Tadashi Imafuko, of Japan.

The variety of chrysanthemums is amazing, with these spider mums just 2 more examples of plants on display.

The East Conservatory of Longwood Gardens is centered on chrysanthemums and fountains, with a water feature running the length of the arched glass roof, while the Exhibition Hall features a lawn surrounded by more mums and topiary bees flying above the lawn.

Wandering through the Conservatory, one travels past the changing displays to the always beautiful and fragrant Orchid House, Mediterranean Garden, Bonsai, Palm House, and areas where plants are being cultivated and developed for future exhibits. We in the Brandywine Valley are very lucky to count Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square among our many treasures!

Historic Kennett Square, PA is truly a wonderful town loaded with quaint boutique shops, pubs and restaurants right in the town and in the nearby area as well. Just a short drive from Hockessin, DE, Historic Kennett Square, PA is nestled amongst the beautiful rolling hills of Southern Chester County, a land loaded with U.S. history from the American Revolution. This is classic small town America and it's very close to plenty of area amenities! Historic Kennett Square, PA is just a stones throw from the world famous Longwood Gardens in Chadds Ford where all kinds of great events happen all year round! Don't miss it! The Brandywine River Museum is just down the road and there is a huge array of world famous art to see including classics from N.C. Wyeth and Andrew Wyeth. The museum is housed in a 19th century grist mill in a perfect setting on the Brandywine River. It is also home of the Brandywine Conservancy which was created in the 1960s to preserve and protect the many great resources in the area! What a great organization this is!

Every September the extremely popular Mushroom Festival takes place mostly along State Street which is the main drag going west bound. It's loaded with good food, cooking demonstrations, live music, great art and lots of other goodies for sale up and down the street! This is the biggest annual event in Chester County and it's put together by a wonderful group of volunteers! Look for it on the weekend after Labor Day every year. One of the newest music venues is a wonderful little theater, The Kennett Flash which is a fabulous, relaxed atmosphere to sit an enjoy some great music from local artists as a well as national acts! It's BYOB and there is a snack bar with good sandwiches, salads and other treats. They also have an open-mic night and a "Blue Monday" blues jam night. The Kennett Flash is located in Apple Alley between E. State St. and E. Cypress St. in the heart of downtown Historic Kennett Square, PA.

Another great event is the Willowdale Steeplechase. It's held at the Steeplechase grounds which is in Willowdale which is a very short trip up the road from Historic Kennet Square, PA. What a great way to have fun every year on Mother's Day! The event supports very worthwhile local charities and is jam packed with family oriented activities and very exciting races on some of the most beautiful land around which is perfect for the event. This is no amateur event, it draws some of the worlds best horses and jockeys!

There is also the Kennett Square Brewfest which is one of the newer area events that has just completed its 12th event in October 2009. This is an adults only event. Get a designated driver if you think you may have too many samples! Again, lots of great music and fun. sample beer from quite a number of local micro breweries while helping to support Historic Kennett Square, PA! Tickets are limited!

Real estate in the Kennett Square area show a wide range of values. Southern Chester County in general is a very affluent area, however, there are affordable areas to live while enjoying all the great attractions!
Many people who live here easily commute to Philadelphia, Wilmington, DE and other nearby areas. It's easy to get to the Philadelphia Airport if you travel. All in all a great area to live in or just visit.

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On Friday Oct. 2 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. come stroll the downtown streets of Historic Kennett Square and enjoy refreshments, live music, dining and visits with artists.

The Brush & Palette at 123 E. State Street will be hosting "Cock-a-Doodle-Do" Group Show. Meet the following artists: Bellenger, Cannon, Cheeseman, Guthrie, Kevis, Kreuzberger, McNelly, Myers, Peterson & Peterson, Rigby, Rush, Silver, Thomforde & Yeoman from 6-9 p.m. This mixed media show is sure to be a "hoot" of a show. The show will run through Oct. 21. For more information, call the Brush & Palette at 610-444-4565.

Longwood Art Gallery at 200 E. State St. is having a show for Michele Byrne titled "The Art of Conversation." Michele was the Featured Artist at the 2009 Immaculata Art Show this past Spring. The Artist Reception is Friday evening from 6-9 p.m. The Gallery invites "strollers" to meet Michele and have wine, cheese and great conversations while browsing.

Flickerwood Wine Cellars will have live music with John and Andy Fazio from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Also The Creative Taste Series presents the Artist Reception with Local photographer Barbara Daugherty - Smith. She is presenting, the Beautiful and the Beastly, "The Reconstruction Series." While there be sure to try their wine pina coladas.

Local musician Bill Rose will be playing at Kennett Square's newest cafe -- Cafe Lindo at 109 S. Broad St Join 84-year-old Alan King at The Paper Market, 103 W. State St., as he sings songs and tells stories about growing up in the depression. He will be joined by two Kennett High School seniors Evan Myers and Zach Smith who will be performing with him. . from 6-9 p.m. More info CLICK HERE

24^th Annual Mushroom Festival

Sept 12-13, 2009
a fun packed, two-day event in historic Kennett Square, Pennsylvania on Saturday and Sunday, September 12-13, 2009. Celebrate the mushroom as well as the beauty, history and excitement of Southern Chester County with music, children's rides and a variety of entertainment.

Cost is $2 Admission for 12 yrs. and older.

Here is the schedule for the weekend

Sat., Sept. 12, 2009
Parade 10am
Street Festival 11am-7pm
Saturday Night Dance Party 8pm-11pm

Sun., Sept. 13, 2009
Street Festival 10am-5pm

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