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.
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 for Descanso Gardens members.
Shape and form are two of the basic elements of art. Using creativity, an artist can transform simple shapes and forms into a profound work of art. The Sturt Haaga Gallery has invited artists to submit their masterpieces to Shape+Form, an open juried competition and exhibition. Approximately 200 artworks will be on view at the Sturt Haaga Gallery […]
Join us for songs, puppets and of course books! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. Meets at Feather Falls in the Camellia Forest, which is near the Main Lawn. No registration required, free with admission or membership.
Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age 2-5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. No registration required, free with admission.
Click here for the Saturday class beginning February 3 Join artist Virginia Hein for a four-week series beginning Friday, February 2 that focuses on exploring sketching landscapes within Descanso Gardens. Bring a spirit of curiosity, play, and experimentation while learning to work confidently. $120 members, $140 nonmembers. Advance registration required, register here.
Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age 2-5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. No registration required, free with admission.
Join artist Virginia Hein for a four-week series beginning Saturday, February 3 that focuses on exploring sketching landscapes within Descanso Gardens. Bring a spirit of curiosity, play, and experimentation while learning to work confidently. $120 members, $140 nonmembers. Advance registration required, register here.
Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age 2-5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. No registration required, free with admission.
Led by horticulturalist Andrew Fleming, this workshop on February 3 will include guided instruction on creating poetry inspired by the natural world in our gardens. No advance registration required, free with admission or membership.
Please note that this service day is full. Get hands-on gardening experience by mulching in the garden and help care for Descanso at this volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. All experience levels are welcome. Ages 16 or older. Must be able to lift, bend and stand for long periods of time. Moderate to heavy […]
Find the perfect gift for your loved ones just in time for Valentine’s Day! Meet some of the area's local artisans at Botanic Boutique (formerly Botanic Bling), a collective of creative artists and makers. Featuring beautifully handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, stationary and more, Botanic Boutique will take place at Descanso Gardens’ Boddy House from Feb. 10–11, 10am–4pm. Entry to Botanic […]
Led by haiku poet Debbie Kolodji, this workshop on February 10 will include time to walk in the garden and be inspired by the camellias and instruction on writing the traditional Japanese three-line poem. No advance registration required, free with admission or membership.
Please note that Celebration: A Tribute to Poet Amy Uyematsu has been postponed to March 23 Emceed by California poet laureate Lee Herrick, poets from around the Los Angeles area will come together to remember Amy Uyematsu on February 10. Amy Uyematsu, granddaughter of F.M. Uyematsu, was a poet, high school math teacher, and an […]
Find the perfect gift for your loved ones just in time for Valentine’s Day! Meet some of the area's local artisans at Botanic Boutique (formerly Botanic Bling), a collective of creative artists and makers. Featuring beautifully handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, stationary and more, Botanic Boutique will take place at Descanso Gardens’ Boddy House from Feb. 10–11, 10am–4pm. Entry to Botanic […]
George Harrison, President of Pacific Camellia Society, will lead a flower arranging demonstration featuring camellias from the Descanso Gardens collection on February 17. Before or after the demonstration, you are welcome to visit the Southern California Camellia Council display from 9am–4pm in Minka, located in the Japanese Garden. Free with admission or membership.
Join Jim Fitzpatrick, Vice President of Southern California Camellia Society, and one of our resident horticulturalists for a tour of the Camellia Forest on February 17. Before or after the walk, you are welcome to visit the Southern California Camellia Council display from 9am–4pm in Minka, located in the Japanese Garden. Free with admission or […]
Please note that this service day is full. Help care for Descanso Gardens and get service hours for school at this student volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. All experience levels are welcome. For ages 12-15. Adult chaperones must be present. Bring gardening gloves and water. Remember to wear comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes. Limited […]
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 for Descanso Gardens members.
Join us for songs, puppets and of course books! Great for children ages 2–7 with a caregiver. Meets at Feather Falls in the Camellia Forest, which is near the Main Lawn. No registration required, free with admission or membership.
Please note that Little Explorers is canceled on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 due to inclement weather Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age 2-5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. No registration required, free with admission.
Please note that Little Explorers is canceled on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 due to inclement weather Come explore, play and create with us at Descanso Gardens! Families with young children (age 2-5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. No registration required, free with admission.
