Magnolia Wreath Workshop

Welcome the holiday season by creating a timeless magnolia wreath inspired by the natural beauty of winter. This hands-on floral design workshop teaches professional wreath-building techniques using fresh magnolia foliage and complementary seasonal botanicals. Participants will explore design principles, construction methods, and finishing touches while creating a textured, elegant wreath for a front door or holiday display. No previous floral design experience is required.

The class is an elective component of Longwood Gardens’ Floral Design Certificate program and includes all-day admission to the Gardens on the day of the workshop.

When: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Showtimes: 9:00–11:30 a.m.

Venue: Longwood Gardens, The Grove Studios 104 & 105

Tickets: $199; $179 for Members and Innovators

Discount: Members and Innovators receive a 10% discount on classes, applied automatically at checkout.

Availability: Sold out. Waitlist registration is available, including separate waitlist options for Members and Innovators.

Instructor: Laura Rivell, an award-winning floral designer, educator, and product development specialist with more than 27 years of experience. She is a graduate of Longwood Gardens’ Certificate of Merit Floral Design program and has a background in interior design. The page also displays the name Candie Ward beneath the class title.

Experience: This is an in-person, hands-on floral design class. No prior floral design experience is necessary.

Ages: Intended as an adult learning experience.

Admission: The registration fee includes all-day admission to Longwood Gardens on the day of the class.

Cancellations: Registrations may be canceled up to two weeks before the event for a refund minus a $30 processing fee. Refunds are not available if the program is moved to a scheduled inclement-weather date.