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.
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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.
Please note that this workshop is sold out. Be inspired by the Daphne’s Wardrobe exhibition and the beauty in Descanso Gardens. Instructor Justine Limpus Parish opens this 7 hour workshop with nature sketching in the gardens. Then, the group will return to the classroom to explore fashion sketching and create original designs inspired by the […]
Click here for the 1–2:30pm workshop Artist Melissa Meier, whose work is featured in Daphne’s Wardrobe, uses natural materials to fashion her artworks, pun intended. This class is perfect for […]
Artist Melissa Meier, whose work is featured in Daphne’s Wardrobe, uses natural materials to fashion her artworks, pun intended. This class is perfect for nature lovers, artists, and anyone looking […]
