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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.

Event Series Plant a Seed

Plant a Seed

In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Department, get your own seeds to grow at home on July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 10am–12pm. Plant a Seed is perfect for families, friends, and solo nature enthusiasts! No reservations required, children receive free admission.

Free for children, included in the price of admission for adults

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

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

(SOLD OUT) Quick Location Sketching

Please note that class is sold out Join artist Virginia Hein for a sketch walk through the gardens on Thursday, August 1 from 5–6:30pm.  This class is designed as an introduction to quick location sketching and each participant is given a small panorama sketchbook and waterproof pen (included in class price). Bring a spirit of […]

$40 – $45
Event Series Little Explorers

Little Explorers

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.

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 Little Explorers

Little Explorers

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.

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

HWAJODO Artists’ Panel

HWAJODO: Flowers and Birds in Korean American Art explores the diverse portrayals and symbolism of nature in traditional Korean art and in the works of four Los Angeles-area Korean American artists. Join exhibition curator Meher McArthur for a panel discussion with HWAJODO artists Dave Young Kim, Dana Weiser, Hei Myung Hyun, and Jane Park Wells to […]

Included with admission or membership