Things To Do

Create your own flower art card as part of Lan Su in Bloom

Lan Su has partnered with the School of Classical Chinese Medicine at the National College of Natural Medicine to present a series of talks on classical Chinese healing.

Join photographer Laura Lawn for a series of three photo workshops in Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Member Happy Hour Evenings offer Lan Su members the ability to enjoy the garden at your own pace, sample small bites from Park Kitchen, taste wine from Argyle Winery and embrace the tranquility of the garden without crowds.

In May, speakers from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine will present a five talk series on a variety of topics about Chinese medicine.

Learn basic Mandarin Chinese in a fun and family-friendly setting.

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May, listen to the story of four Chinese-Americans who share their stories of growing up in Portland’s Chinatown

Learn about the peony, a beautiful and culturally significant flower in China with Rick Roger’s owner of Brothers Herbs & Peonies

View a stunning display of cut peonies, grown by members of the Pacific Northwest Peony Society.

Learn the history, art and stories behind some of China’s most famous foods with talks and tastes from nine local Chinese restaurants

Art in the Garden is a three-month partnership between Lan Su and the Sitka Center for Art & Ecology to showcase six Sitka artists. Each month this summer in July, August and September, two artists will exhibit their work created in response to this unique location. Explore the connections between art and nature and visit the garden for each changing exhibit. Don’t miss the presentations to hear artists describe their process and how this invigorating environment.