Plan an excursion through our urban oasis of cultivated gardens and nearly wild, natural landscapes. Set aside a smidge of extra time for unexpected garden secrets and delights along the way!
Come to Descanso Gardens to experience, learn, and expand with an activity, class, program, or event designed to inspire.
Discover our world-class botanical and horticultural wonders and how we care for them.
Dive into a wellspring of opportunities for kids and adults to learn, observe nature, and participate in the garden.
As a non-profit public garden, we welcome you to join us in supporting our mission through membership and giving. With you, we grow in gratitude!
At Descanso Gardens we connect people with nature and one another. Read about our rich history and future plans to preserve the beauty and heritage of the gardens.
After-hours and daytime events with programs designed to connect garden visitors of all ages to nature. Join us for festivals, immersive installations, music, workshops, tours, and more.
Thinking about planting tomatoes? Join us for Tomat-O-Rama this March at The Store! Our gift shop's plant patio will be buzzing with a variety of hybrid and heirloom tomato seedlings, as well as a huge selection of seeds, soil and other supplies to get your garden prepped for the spring. While supplies last.
Help care for Descanso Gardens and get service hours for school at this student volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. Service may involve light gardening tasks or educational projects. All experience levels are welcome. For ages 12-15. Adult chaperones must be present. Remember to wear comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes. Limited space available, please RSVP. […]
This workshop is sold out Make a beautiful floral arrangement to take home using natural materials and seasonal flowers. Expert florist Whit McClure will guide participants through an exploration of color and shape to create something beautiful. Green materials and vessels will be provided, but we recommend that you bring your own gloves. $50 for […]
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, drop in for a rejuvenating yoga session. This all-levels practice is rooted in Hatha and Anusara yoga with a focus on breathwork, somatics, and good tunes. Attendees are encouraged to bring yoga mats. Meets on the Main Lawn. Free with admission, no registration required. About Monica […]
Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action features the work of eight female artists who explore their bond with the natural world through contemporary photography and video. By means of the conceptual and visual decomposition of natural elements, this diverse body of work delves into themes related to our connection with the environment, as well as complex examinations […]
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by Oscar Salguero, the exhibition Journal of Therolinguistics explores communication across species as acts of ecological kinship and fascination. The exhibition invites visitors to immerse themselves in […]
Experience the world of nonhuman languages like never before! See the Journal of Therolinguistics exhibition through a new lens as curator Oscar Salguero conducts tours on March 21 at 11am and 1pm. The curator will share how he transformed the Boddy House into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature. […]
Experience the world of nonhuman languages like never before! See the Journal of Therolinguistics exhibition through a new lens as curator Oscar Salguero conducts tours on March 21 at 11am and 1pm. The curator will share how he transformed the Boddy House into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature. […]
