Guided Nature Meditations
Enjoy a fifteen-minute mini meditation with Mariko Tu on January 13 and 27 at 2pm, 2:30 and 3:30pm. These nature meditations will introduce you to the value of nature and […]
Included with admission or membership
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Descanso Events
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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Guided Nature Meditations
Enjoy a fifteen-minute mini meditation with Mariko Tu on January 13 and 27 at 2pm, 2:30 and 3:30pm. These nature meditations will introduce you to the value of nature and […]
Included with admission or membership
Sketching on Location
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.
$120 – $140
Sketching on Location
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.
$120 – $140
Writing a Sense of Place
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.
Free with admission or membership
(FULL) Community Service Day
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. […]
Free
Botanic Boutique
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
Haiku Walk and Workshop
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.
Free with admission or membership
(POSTPONED) Celebration: A Tribute to Poet Amy Uyematsu
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
Botanic Boutique
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
Camellia Flower Arranging Demo
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 […]
Included with admission or membership
Camellia Society Tour
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 […]