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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Join Michelle Antonisse every Wednesday from September 2 through September 23 for a Descanso-specific variation of her “Into the Field” series, using nature journaling to connect with the natural world. Register here Through sketching, shading, gestural drawing, descriptive techniques, color theory, and composition, participants will explore creative practices that deepen their relationship with the gardens […]
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This program is part of a 4-week series that started on September 2, 2026. Sign up for other art workshops and discover more ways to create at Descanso by visiting […]
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Learn to make your own Ikebana arrangements with personalized guidance from an Ikebana master. This date is sold out! Join us for the next class on Sunday, September 20 Ikebana […]
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Join this free drop-in workshop to explore ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. Included with admission or membership, no registration required. Rooted in simplicity, elegance, and a deep respect […]
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Learn to make your own Ikebana arrangements with personalized guidance from an Ikebana master. Register for Sunday, September 20 Ikebana is a Japanese flower arranging art form that prioritizes simplicity, […]
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Join this free drop-in workshop to explore ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. Included with admission or membership, no registration required. Rooted in simplicity, elegance, and a deep respect for nature, ikebana encourages creativity using materials that can be found almost anywhere. Learn the basics of this beautiful art form and create your own […]
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This program is part of a 4-week series that started on September 2, 2026. Sign up for other art workshops and discover more ways to create at Descanso by visiting our events calendar.
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Perennial Circle members are invited to an exclusive propagation workshop with Descanso's Nursery Horticulturist, Olivia Behegan, on Saturday, September 26 at 9am. Space is limited and registration is required. Register here. Discover the art of vegetative propagation through an engaging, hands-on experience. Olivia will guide you through the fundamentals of propagating plants from cuttings, including […]
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Join ecological educator Kristy Brauch for an immersive adventure that transforms the garden into a living laboratory. Space is limited. RSVP required. RSVP In this interactive workshop, move beyond observation to become participatory scientists as you explore monarch ecology, their remarkable life cycle, migration, habitat needs, and the fascinating relationships they share with milkweed, nectar […]
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