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.
Click here for the Nature Painting Workshop on January 23 Join us for a nature painting workshop led by Searching for Serenity artist Delbar Shahbaz. Come explore the use of complementary colors to create expressive landscapes inspired by the natural world. Through guided color stations, you will reflect on how the art can foster a […]
Join us for a nature painting workshop led by Searching for Serenity artist Delbar Shahbaz. Come explore the use of complementary colors to create expressive landscapes inspired by the natural world. Through guided color stations, you will reflect on how the art can foster a connection to the natural environment and give a sense of […]
Exclusively for Perennial Circle members Perennial Circle members are invited to an exclusive preview of Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action on Friday, January 23 at 5pm at the Sturt Haaga Gallery. Explore our upcoming exhibition showcasing artworks that portray our connection to the natural world through photography, video, and installation. Featuring a multigenerational group of artists […]
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 […]
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, drop in for a rejuvenating yoga session led by Monica Percich on the Main Lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring yoga mats. Free with admission, no registration required. About Monica Percich Monica Percich is a community member who teaches yoga. You will come away from yoga feeling […]
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 […]
Join us at the Sturt Haaga Gallery for the opening reception of Natura Naturata: Nature’s Action. Meet the artists and curator Claudia Pretelin, and enjoy music and a no-host bar. […]
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated and now downloadable Descanso bird checklist. No reservations required, exclusively […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for story time in the garden! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. No event registration required, free with admission or membership.
