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.
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In honor of our Ancient Forest’s tenth anniversary, learn about how ancient plants reproduced (spoiler alert – flowers are fairly new!). Use microscopes to investigate spores, seeds, and other plant parts, and examine how some things have changed and some things have stayed the same in the vast history of plants. Free with admission, no […]
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In honor of our Ancient Forest’s tenth anniversary, come learn about California’s prehistoric environment with Gabriel-Philip Santos from the Alf Museum of Paleontology. From 10–11:30am, learn how fossils are found through hands-on activities and interactive exhibits. Afterwards, join Gabriel from 12–1pm for a lecture that will take you back in time about 45 million years […]
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Mark your calendar for Homeschool Day! Visit Descanso Gardens on this special day for homeschools and enjoy free entry, education materials, and a great day in the gardens. Free for all students and one adult per student. Advance registration required, register here.
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Join Dr. Joey Curti to learn more about Los Angeles native bat populations, their diversity and ecology, what services they provide, and what you can do to support them. Come see why they're not so scary after all! Free with admission, no event registration required. Photo © Joey Curti About Joey Curti Joey Curti (he/they) […]
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In honor of our Ancient Forest’s tenth anniversary, Diana Nightingale, former Descanso Horticulturist, will teach about cycad ecology, evolution, and unique characteristics. After the talk, explore our Ancient Forest to see the cycads in person. Free with admission, no registration required. About Diana Nightingale Diana Nightingale is a former Descanso Gardens horticulturist. She has a […]
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