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.
Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! Meets at the Main Lawn. Included with admission or membership, no event registration needed. This […]
Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. In contemporary Japanese art, water continues to be a powerful theme. Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings, prints, and sculptures […]
Meet our newest furry and fluffy staff members. Watch a herd of hardworking goats help care for Descanso by naturally clearing brush and invasive plants along the hillside near the Stone Bridge. Supplied by Party Goats, these grazing goats can even munch on plants like poison oak, helping keep the gardens healthy without heavy machinery. […]
Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! Meets at the Main Lawn. Included with admission or membership, no event registration needed. This […]
Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. In contemporary Japanese art, water continues to be a powerful theme. Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings, prints, and sculptures […]
Meet our newest furry and fluffy staff members. Watch a herd of hardworking goats help care for Descanso by naturally clearing brush and invasive plants along the hillside near the Stone Bridge. Supplied by Party Goats, these grazing goats can even munch on plants like poison oak, helping keep the gardens healthy without heavy machinery. […]
Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! Meets at the Main Lawn. Included with admission or membership, no event registration needed. This […]
Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. In contemporary Japanese art, water continues to be a powerful theme. Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings, prints, and sculptures […]
Meet our newest furry and fluffy staff members. Watch a herd of hardworking goats help care for Descanso by naturally clearing brush and invasive plants along the hillside near the Stone Bridge. Supplied by Party Goats, these grazing goats can even munch on plants like poison oak, helping keep the gardens healthy without heavy machinery. […]
Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (aged 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts, crafts, and nature exploration each month. Specific projects and activities vary, come see what we’re up to this time! Meets at the Main Lawn. Included with admission or membership, no event registration needed. This […]
Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. In contemporary Japanese art, water continues to be a powerful theme. Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings, prints, and sculptures […]
Please note that this session is SOLD OUT. Check out our event calendar for more workshops! Join Nova Community Arts in a hand embroidery workshop. Embroider a custom floral design on a cotton handkerchief, while learning several versatile embroidery stitches to use on future projects. All supplies are included. Meets in Gathering Room A. $30 […]
