Saturday, 1:00-3:00 PM | November 14 | Special tickets required

Saturday, 1:00-3:00 PM | November 21 | Special tickets required

Experience Overview

Join Curator of Horticulture Josie Losh for an introduction to the art of Chinese floral arrangement, or huayi (花藝). Learn the design principles, philosophy, and symbolism behind this scholarly tradition, using the noble chrysanthemum as your central element. As a beginner-focused workshop, container style and arranging will follow a”set” arrangement specified by your instructor. Eastern floral arrangement is much more mathematical than western floral arranging, making the core principles key to later creativity.

Know Before You Go

• Includes garden admission for the day of your workshop
• Registration required
• All materials will be provided, with the option to purchase and keep them
• Led by one of the only certified hauyi instructors in Portland
• Limited to 15 participants per session

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Parking & Directions

Free Lan Su Parking

There is free first come, first served parking in our sister lot next to the garden at 424 NW Third Avenue. Additional metered parking and garages are available on surrounding streets.

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Accessibility at Lan Su

Lan Su Chinese Garden is an ADA accessible and KultureCity-certified Sensory Inclusive location. Lan Su has a wheelchair accessible route that travels throughout the garden. Almost every area of the garden can be accessed by those using mobility aids, and benches are available throughout the garden. Restrooms are also fully accessible.

A Universal Access Map is available at the Ticket Booth and Host Stand—you may borrow a copy to help navigate the garden.  

Note: The second floor of Yun Shui Teahouse is not wheelchair-friendly at this time as stairs are required for access. The first floor is still ADA accessible.

Wheelchairs

The garden does not provide wheelchairs, but you are welcome to bring your own. Be aware that some pathways are textured with rock mosaics, which may cause vibration feelings.

Caregivers

Lan Su honors complimentary entry for one caregiver of each visitor with a mobility issue necessitating an extra helping hand.

Sensory Tools

Sensory tools are available for checkout from the Ticket Booth year-round, including:

• Noise-cancelling headphones
• Strobe-reducing glasses
• Fidget toys
• Weighted lap pad
• Feelings and needs cards
• VIP lanyard

Available quantities may vary.

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