The Art and Science of Happiness

The Art and Science of Happiness is an in-person wellbeing class at Longwood Gardens exploring the science and practice of happiness through principles from positive psychology. Participants will consider what happiness is and how it influences daily life, then use reflection and simple daily practices to develop and sustain greater well-being for themselves and those around them.

The class is taught by Steve Goodwin, Ph.D., a retired University of Delaware associate professor who developed and began teaching a university course on happiness in 2009. His work has also been presented at local, state, regional, and national conferences.

When: Wednesdays, November 4–18, 2026

Showtimes: 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Tickets: $105; $94 for Longwood Gardens members and Innovators

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

Registration deadline: October 28, 2026

Instructor: Steve Goodwin, Ph.D.

Locations: Grove Studio 104, Grove Studio 105, and Grove Studio 108

Ages: Intended as an adult learning experience.

Cancellation policy: Registrations may be canceled up to two weeks before the event for a refund of the registration fee minus a $30 processing charge. Refunds are not available if a program has been moved to a scheduled inclement-weather date. Cancellations can be reported by email or by calling 610-388-5454.

Member benefit: Members and Innovators receive a 10% discount on continuing education classes, applied automatically at checkout.