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Longwood Gardens' jewel of nature

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Industrialist Pierre S. du Pont originally purchased a small farm located outside Philadelphia to prevent its trees from being sold for lumber, subsequently dedicating the rest of his life to transforming the property into a dream oasis.

Today, the expansive 1,700-acre estate known as Longwood Gardens has recently undergone expansion and continues to fulfill its foundational mission of offering joy and inspiration to the public through the beauty of nature and conservation.

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