Calligraphy Demo
2026-09-08 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-10 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-15 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-17 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-22 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-24 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-29 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
Enjoy expert demonstrations and gain insights into the beauty and history of calligraphy.

12 – 2 PM | Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 28 – September 29, 2026

Experience the harmony of calligraphy and other art forms. Enjoy expert demonstrations and insights into the beauty and history of calligraphy. Drop in anytime during the Calligraphy Demo.

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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.

Steep & Paint
2026-09-11 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-25 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-16 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-13 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-20 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-18 13:00 - 16:00 and 2 more dates
Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint!

We’re bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA). This immersive afternoon experience invites you to slow down, look closely, and connect with plants through tea, conversation, and hands-on art-making.

Each session weaves together horticulture, tea culture, and botanical art in a relaxed, welcoming setting:

Learn the plant up close: A Lan Su gardener leads a close-up botanical show-and-tell, sharing seasonal plant facts, cultural stories, and growing insights.

Taste the season: Enjoy a sampling of seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse.

Create botanical art: An OBA artist guides a full botanical art class inspired by the featured plant.

Whether you’re returning to Steep & Paint or joining for the first time, this refreshed program offers an even richer way to experience Lan Su. Bring a friend with you and let’s Steep & Paint together!

Full Series Schedule

Set a new monthly Friday tradition, or treat someone special to an amazing afternoon of creativity!

Steep & Paint Need to Know

Each class session is independent — participants are welcome to register for any individual class without attending others.

Registration fee includes full-day admission to Lan Su Chinese Garden.

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Lan Su Members & Guests: $56.95

General: $66.95

Note: A $0.95 service fee is reflected in each paid ticket

Meet Our Partner: Oregon Botanical Artists (OBA)

Oregon Botanical Artists is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting contemporary botanical art while honoring its long-standing traditions. Founded in 2012, the organization supports a diverse community of artists who celebrate the beauty and diversity of plant life through detailed and scientifically informed artwork. Oregon Botanical Artists is affiliated with the American Society of Botanical Artists as an Artists Circle.

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.

Artist Member Hour
2026-10-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-11-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-12-01 09:00 - 10:00
First Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 AM

This extended garden access gives Artist Members the opportunity to set up tools such as easels and tripods for focused creative expression.

*Please note that the Artist Hour is exclusively for Artist Members and is intended as a dedicated time for creative activity.

What is the Artist Membership?

The Artist Membership provides benefits created specifically for artists, including additional access to Lan Su, the ability to sell photos and paintings of the garden, and invitations to events tailored for artists.

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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.
