High tech has also been added successfully to mix of fountains and fireworks. Computer technology has brought fountain shows into 21st century in a big way. Because Pierre du Pont was always looking to improve Longwood, it's easy to imagine him being thrilled knowing that his gardens still continue to dazzle visitors.

While you're in vicinity, you will want to visit Brandywine River Museum. The Brandywine River Museum is located in a Civil-War era grist mill thats been changed to a museum. This Museum is famously known for its collection of Wyeth family paintings. It's hard to imagine that in this country-like setting is one of largest and most comprehensive Wyeth collections in world.

The Museum changes its exhibits often. Many of paintings and other artwork are centered on Brandywine Valley area, as well as other areas of this region. It's quite an experience to be looking at a painting and being able to pinpoint location.

There are also many special events during year both indoor and outdoor, such as concerts, slide shows, crafts fairs. With all presentations, you'll be ready to eat sooner than later and there are Award winning restaurants both at Longwood and The Brandywine Museum. If you are looking for something else, there are plenty of national chain establishments and fast food and everything in between, all within a 10 minute drive.

With uniqueness of these amazing gardens, you~ll discover something that will make your visit a lasting memory, no matter what your interests are. Because of spectacular beauty of open landscapes and fascinating historical presence of area, people come back over and over,again and again .

Arts & Eateries

Tucked in among boutiques are a variety of galleries featuring museum-quality artwork. Find creative sculptures outdoors in Downtown Lawrence by local and regional artists along with special crafts that express heart of region. Head over to University of Kansas campus for a spin around one of its four museums, including Spencer Museum of Art; known as one of top teaching museums in nation. The restaurants and coffee shops in Lawrence are enough to tempt any palette. Relax outside for lunch on a patio and experience downtown scene while enjoying tasty treats or find a variety of fine dining options around town.

Relax At A Day Spa, Then Hit The Clubs At Night

Spoil yourself at one of Lawrence's several day spas that offer a wide selection of services to help you unwind before a night on town. Lawrence is known by some in music circles as "New Seattle," because of new talented musicians who call small town home. Downtown Lawrence is filled with lively clubs featuring a blend of music nightly.

Those who enjoy Broadway shows and live performances will find a hosts concerts, plays, dance performances and Broadway shows offered at University of Kansas Lied Center. The state-of-the-art performing arts center adds a big city touch to area with its many fabulous shows features throughout year.

B&B Or Guest Ranch?

To capture spirit of Lawrence you can stay close to action at Halcyon House Bed and Breakfast located in a restored home a few blocks from university and downtown Lawrence. If you prefer more peace and quiet try Circle S Ranch. This working guest ranch located a few minutes north of Downtown Lawrence, offer guests wide open space that make a trip to Kansas one to remember. Call 1-800-625-2839 for details on Circle S Ranch & 1-888-441-0314 for reservations at Halcyon House Bed and Breakfast.

To order a Lawrence Visitor's Guide send an email to visinfo@visitlawrence.com or call toll-free 1-888-LAW-KANS.