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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3 events,
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated Descanso bird checklist. Meets in the Courtyard. No event registration required, exclusively for Descanso Gardens members.
Included with membership
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
2 events,
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
4 events,
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] 
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. This program is generously funded, […]
Included with admission or membership
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3 events,
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on May 13, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens. |
3 events,
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
3 events,
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on May 15, 2026. If you missed this round, don’t worry! Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
2 events,
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
2 events,
This spring, the Boddy House at Descanso Gardens transforms into a living research center exploring the concept of non-human languages in nature through works by seven international artists. Curated by […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
2 events,
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
2 events,
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
2 events,
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
4 events,
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
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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 […]
$30 – $35
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Bring your friends and family, dance, sing along, and enjoy a summer evening filled with music and joy. LAS COLIBRÍ "The Hummingbirds” brings the joy of mariachi to life with dazzling […]
Free with admission or membership
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2 events,
Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (ages 2–5) are invited to enjoy arts, crafts, and nature exploration. In this special collaboration, artists from […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
6 events,
A mindfulness walk is an invitation to get quiet and pay attention to the here and now. Unlike a hike, a mindfulness walk does not aim to bring us to […]
Included with admission or membership
Explore, play, and create with us at Little Explorers. Families with young children (ages 2–5) are invited to enjoy arts, crafts, and nature exploration. In this special collaboration, artists from […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
A mindfulness walk is an invitation to get quiet and pay attention to the here and now. Unlike a hike, a mindfulness walk does not aim to bring us to […]
Included with admission or membership
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Spend a Saturday with our newest furry and fluffy staff members. Party Goats is providing goats and sheep to help Descanso sustainably clear brush and grass to keep our grounds […]
Free with admission or membership
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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 […]
$30 – $35
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1 event,
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 […] |
2 events,
This summer, the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) brings its popular week-long Young Musicians classes to Descanso Gardens! Designed for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers, these 50-minute classes nurture […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
3 events,
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Click here for the July 15 (Wednesday) class and here for the July 17 (Friday) class Join us for an eight-week yoga series with Barbara Wood every Tuesday. This yoga […]
$136
This summer, the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) brings its popular week-long Young Musicians classes to Descanso Gardens! Designed for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers, these 50-minute classes nurture […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
3 events,
This summer, the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) brings its popular week-long Young Musicians classes to Descanso Gardens! Designed for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers, these 50-minute classes nurture each child's musical growth through singing, movement, rhymes, and percussion—with themes inspired by the natural world. Active music-making strengthens the brain/body connection, supporting early literacy, […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
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Click here for the July 14 (Tuesday) class and here for the July 17 (Friday) class Join us for an eight-week yoga series with Kitty Schaller on Wednesday evenings. This […]
$136
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2 events,
This summer, the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) brings its popular week-long Young Musicians classes to Descanso Gardens! Designed for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers, these 50-minute classes nurture each child's musical growth through singing, movement, rhymes, and percussion—with themes inspired by the natural world. Active music-making strengthens the brain/body connection, supporting early literacy, […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […] |
5 events,
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Click here for the July 14 (Tuesday) class and here for the July 15 (Wednesday) class Join us for an eight-week yoga series with Joyce Shuman on Friday mornings. This […]
$136
This summer, the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) brings its popular week-long Young Musicians classes to Descanso Gardens! Designed for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers, these 50-minute classes nurture each child's musical growth through singing, movement, rhymes, and percussion—with themes inspired by the natural world. Active music-making strengthens the brain/body connection, supporting early literacy, […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
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Perennial Circle Members are invited to an exclusive tour and opening reception for LA’s Garden on Friday, July 17, at 4pm. Perennial Circle Members will enjoy special early access and […]
Included with Perennial Circle membership
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Join us at the Boddy House for the opening reception of the exhibition LA’s Garden. Meet the curator Rosten Woo, and enjoy music and a no-host bar. LA’s Garden traces […]
Free
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6 events,
Get hands-on gardening experience and help care for Descanso at this volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided. Service may involve a gardening project. All experience levels are welcome Open to anyone ages 16 and older Must be able to lift, bend and stand for long periods of time. Moderate to heavy lifting involved Bring gardening […]
Free
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 […] 
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, drop in for a rejuvenating yoga session. This all-levels practice is rooted in Hatha and Anusara yoga with a focus on breathwork, somatics, and good tunes. Attendees are encouraged to bring yoga mats. Meets on the Main Lawn. Free with admission, no registration required. About Monica Percich […]
Included with admission or membership
See the history of Descanso Gardens through the eyes of the LA’s Garden exhibition curator Rosten Woo as he conducts tours on July 18th at 11am and 1pm. The curator […]
Included with admission or membership
See the history of Descanso Gardens through the eyes of the LA’s Garden exhibition curator Rosten Woo as he conducts tours on July 18th at 11am and 1pm. The curator […]
Included with admission or membership
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2 events,
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
|
4 events,
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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 […]
Free for all students and one adult per student
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
|
4 events,
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on July 14. If you missed this round, don't worry! Visit the events calendar to register for Fall […]
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
|
4 events,
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on July 15. If you missed this round, don't worry! Visit the events calendar to register for Fall yoga classes and discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens. |
4 events,
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
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Click here for Rooted Workshop: Summer Bonsai on July 25 Discover the foundational techniques of bonsai while working directly with living trees in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn basic design principles, pruning, wiring, potting, and ongoing care, with an emphasis on slowing down and working with intention. Each participant will work with their own […]
$75 – $80
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5 events,
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on July 17. If you missed this round, don't worry! Visit the events calendar to register for Fall yoga classes and discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
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Join the creative community of Descanso Gardens for Descanso After Dark, a summer event series that brings people together through art, performance, and interactive experiences at night in the gardens. […]
$10 – $40
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7 events,
Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Mariko Tu. The meditation will introduce you to the value of nature and wellness. Join one of the walks from 9–9:15am, 9:30–9:45am, or 10–10:15am. Meets at Center Circle. Free with admission, no registration required. About Mariko Tu Mariko Tu is a certified meditation teacher and educator specializing […]
Included with admission or membership
Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Mariko Tu. The meditation will introduce you to the value of nature and wellness. Join one of the walks from 9–9:15am, 9:30–9:45am, or 10–10:15am. Meets at Center Circle. Free with admission, no registration required. About Mariko Tu Mariko Tu is a certified meditation teacher and educator specializing […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
Come experience a peaceful 15-minute guided meditation with Mariko Tu. The meditation will introduce you to the value of nature and wellness. Join one of the walks from 9–9:15am, 9:30–9:45am, or 10–10:15am. Meets at Center Circle. Free with admission, no registration required. About Mariko Tu Mariko Tu is a certified meditation teacher and educator specializing […]
Included with admission or membership
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Click here for Rooted Workshop: Summer Bonsai on July 23 Discover the foundational techniques of bonsai while working directly with living trees in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn basic design principles, pruning, wiring, potting, and ongoing care, with an emphasis on slowing down and working with intention. Each participant will work with their own […]
$75 – $80
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3 events,
Come join our monthly walk for birders of all levels. Bring binoculars! Keep your bird count tallied on the updated Descanso bird checklist. Meets in the Courtyard. No event registration required, exclusively for Descanso Gardens members.
Included with membership
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
|
2 events,
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
|
4 events,
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on July 14. If you missed this round, don't worry! Visit the events calendar to register for Fall yoga classes and discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
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. This program is generously funded, in part, by Perenchio Foundation.
Included with admission or membership
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3 events,
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on July 15. If you missed this round, don't worry! Visit the events calendar to register for Fall yoga classes and discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens. |
2 events,
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
|
4 events,
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on July 17. If you missed this round, don't worry! Visit the events calendar to register for Fall yoga classes and discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
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En este taller, tendrás la oportunidad de aprender técnicas ancestrales de lavado, cardado y teñido de lana con productos naturales de la mano de la artesana textil Zapoteca Vero Mendoza. Todos los materiales están incluidos. Ubicado en Harvest Garden. $30 para los miembros / $35 para no miembros El precio para miembros se mostrará en […]
$30 – $35
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2 events,
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 […]
Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. While our 150 acres offer a natural escape, they also hold a deep, […]
Included with admission or membership
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