Rosemont College invites students, faculty, and staff to a special High Impact Friday on October 2, 2026: Community Day at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. This shared experience offers time to step outside the classroom, explore one of the region’s most extraordinary living classrooms, and connect learning with creativity, wellness, sustainability, and community.
Participants will depart campus at 11:00am and return by 5:00pm for a full afternoon of discovery at Longwood Gardens.
What’s Happening at Longwood Gardens
Autumn’s Colors
Experience the beauty of the changing season as the landscapes take on the vibrant colors of fall. Discover how horticulture, landscape design, art, and environmental stewardship come together to create an extraordinary seasonal display.
The Garden Railway
Opening October 2, Longwood’s beloved Garden Railway features nearly 500 feet of track winding through a miniature landscape. It is a fascinating intersection of engineering, design, horticulture, architecture, and imagination.
The Fountains
Throughout the day, guests can experience Longwood’s spectacular fountains, where music, water, lighting, architecture, and technology combine in an unforgettable presentation.
Schedule
- 10:45am: Meet the vans on campus and prepare to depart
- 11:00am: Depart campus
- 12:00pm: Explore Longwood Gardens
- 1:30pm: Optional return to vans for snacks
- 3:45pm: Meet at vans and prepare to return
- 4:00pm: Depart Longwood
- 5:00pm: Arrive back to campus
Join the Rosemont Community at Longwood Gardens. Mark your calendar for October 2 and plan to take part in this High Impact Friday Community Day at Longwood Gardens. Come learn. Come explore. Come connect.
Rosemont College High Impact Fridays
Rosemont College launched "High Impact Fridays" in Fall of 2026. It is a voluntary initiative offering diverse experiential learning opportunities outside the traditional classroom. Each week features unique activities designed to foster personal growth, career development, and community connection. Ultimately, the program enriches the Student Life experience by connecting academic concepts with real-world practice and preparing graduates for leadership and rewarding careers. Examples include the American Revolution Museum, the Doylestown Cultural District and the 9/11 Memorial at the McKaig Nature Center.
Explore all the current, future and past High Impact Friday events including recaps with photos of past events by visiting the High Impact Schedule & Sign Up page.
