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All visitors who aren’t members must buy a general admission ticket.

Hours
9am–5pm daily


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.

HWAJODO Exhibition

Drawing from centuries-old traditions, HWAJODO: Flowers and Birds in Korean American Art explores the enduring themes of nature, particularly flowers and birds, that have been a focal point in Korean art. This exhibition uniquely combines traditional representations of flowers and birds with contemporary artists' abstract and stylized interpretations, reflecting a bridge between the past and present, […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Inspired by Edo

Inspired by Edo Exhibition

Edo was a remarkable period in Japanese history (1603-1868) when artists broke from tradition and experimented with asymmetry, abstraction, stylization, and empty space to depict the natural world. These artists set the stage for modern art through their innovative, open-hearted depictions. Inspired by Edo 2024 is a national art competition based on the Smithsonian’s Investigating […]

Included with admission or membership

Crafty Hour: Flower Crowns

Join us at Social Nature for a fun drop-in crafting workshop on July 25! Create a beautiful nature-inspired craft during Social Nature’s happy hour from 5–6:30pm. Social Nature is located at Magnolia Lawn near Center Circle. No registration required. Free with admission or membership.

Included with admission or membership

HWAJODO Exhibition

Drawing from centuries-old traditions, HWAJODO: Flowers and Birds in Korean American Art explores the enduring themes of nature, particularly flowers and birds, that have been a focal point in Korean art. This exhibition uniquely combines traditional representations of flowers and birds with contemporary artists' abstract and stylized interpretations, reflecting a bridge between the past and present, […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Inspired by Edo

Inspired by Edo Exhibition

Edo was a remarkable period in Japanese history (1603-1868) when artists broke from tradition and experimented with asymmetry, abstraction, stylization, and empty space to depict the natural world. These artists set the stage for modern art through their innovative, open-hearted depictions. Inspired by Edo 2024 is a national art competition based on the Smithsonian’s Investigating […]

Included with admission or membership

Cultivate: Taking Flight

Surround yourself with other nature-lovers at Cultivate, a monthly event that brings together music, dancing, refreshments, and engaging experiences in nature that will connect you more deeply to the world around you.  Cultivate: Taking Flight invites guests to consider animals and insects that take flight. Wander the grounds at your own pace, with new activities […]

Included with admission or membership

New Volunteer Information Session

Interested in volunteering at Descanso? Information sessions for new volunteers will be held over Zoom and will describe Descanso’s history, mission, volunteer program, current opportunities, and how to complete the application process. Please fill out the Volunteer Interest Form to receive a Zoom invitation.

HWAJODO Exhibition

Drawing from centuries-old traditions, HWAJODO: Flowers and Birds in Korean American Art explores the enduring themes of nature, particularly flowers and birds, that have been a focal point in Korean art. This exhibition uniquely combines traditional representations of flowers and birds with contemporary artists' abstract and stylized interpretations, reflecting a bridge between the past and present, […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Inspired by Edo

Inspired by Edo Exhibition

Edo was a remarkable period in Japanese history (1603-1868) when artists broke from tradition and experimented with asymmetry, abstraction, stylization, and empty space to depict the natural world. These artists set the stage for modern art through their innovative, open-hearted depictions. Inspired by Edo 2024 is a national art competition based on the Smithsonian’s Investigating […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Minhwa Fan Painting Workshop

Minhwa Fan Painting Workshop

Join us for an art workshop focused on minhwa, the traditional Korean folk art on July 27. In this workshop, participants will paint minhwa designs on fans, guided by artists featured in our HWAJODO exhibition including Kee Soon Sung and the Korean Folk Art Association of Los Angeles. Using distinctive minhwa decorative painting techniques, you’ll […]

Included with admission or membership

Minhwa Fan Painting Workshop

Join us for an art workshop focused on minhwa, the traditional Korean folk art on July 27. In this workshop, participants will paint minhwa designs on fans, guided by artists featured in our HWAJODO exhibition including Kee Soon Sung and the Korean Folk Art Association of Los Angeles. Using distinctive minhwa decorative painting techniques, you’ll […]

Included with admission or membership
Event Series Sound Baths

(SOLD OUT) Sound Bath with Guided Meditation

Please note that this class is sold out. Ease into your weekend with a relaxing sound bath and guided meditation inside the Boddy House on July 27 from 5–5:45pm or 6–6:45pm. No prior experience required, bring a spirit of exploration and a desire for wellness. $30 members, $35 non-members. Please note that this class is […]

$30 – $35