Artist Member Hour
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesBring your easel, tripod, or other tools of choice for creative time in the garden.
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Koi Tales & Feeding Time
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesGather by the Lake Zither with Lan Su gardeners for a brief koi feeding and Q&A experience. Learn about the garden’s colorful fish resident, their care, and the stories and symbolism they carry in Chinese garden culture.
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Story Time: Ne Zha (哪吒) the Lotus Warrior
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesWhen it comes to the most famous child hero in Chinese mythology, Ne Zha (哪吒) is definitely the one! With incredible powers and an extraordinary story, Ne Zha has inspired generations with his bravery and spirit. Join our story time session to discover how Ne Zha was reborn from a lotus flower and gained even […]
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Calligraphy Demo
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesEnjoy 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. Parking & Directions […]
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Monthly Member Hour
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesFirst Wednesdays, 9:00-10:00 AM Lan Su is based on a scholar’s estate, and now you can pretend it’s yours! Stroll the garden pathways as the day begins, enjoying exclusive members-only access. Guests are welcome in accordance with your membership tier. Parking & Directions Free Lan Su Parking There is free first come, first served parking […]
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#PlantWednesday Spotlight
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin our horticulture team every Wednesday for a tour diving into a plant in its peak, gardening tips, and more.
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Calligraphy Demo
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesEnjoy 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. Parking & Directions […]
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Lotus Impressions: Ceramic Art in the Garden
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesA Two-Part Lotus Bowl Workshop with Earth & Fire Ceramics Instructor | Tickets | Workshop Options | Parking Create a one-of-a-kind ceramic lotus bowl using real lotus leaves from Lan Su’s own water lotus collection. Inspired by Lan Su’s unique lotus collection and presented in celebration of Lian: The Lotus Festival, this two-part, hands-on workshop […]
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Plant Tour: The Lotus of Lan Su
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin a Lan Su gardener for a one-hour guided exploration of the garden’s one-of-a-kind lotus collection. Discover the beauty, diversity, and cultural significance of these celebrated summer blooms while experiencing the vibrant colors and living landscapes of the season at Lan Su. Parking & Directions Free Lan Su Parking There is free first come, first […]
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Live Music Among Lotus
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesEnjoy a peaceful afternoon surrounded by blooming lotus ponds and experience live guzheng performances from the garden’s waterside pavilions and bridges. Let the elegant music and serene scenery bring you a sense of joy, calm, and coolness during the warm summer season.
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Wild Goose Qigong
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin Wen Wu School Portland for weekly Wild Goose Qigong practice, including tai chi warm-ups, acupressure self-massage, and walking meditation. 11 AM – Noon |Fridays, May 1 – October 30, 2026 Join Wen Wu School Portland in exploring Dayan, or Wild Goose Qigong, an ancient Chinese movement art developed to promote health, well-being, and longevity. […]
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Music in The Garden
Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United StatesEnjoy the gentle sounds of live Chinese music on traditional instruments such as erhu, ruan qin, and pipa. Noon – 3 PM | Fridays, April 24 – September 25, 2026 As you stroll the garden pathways, enjoy traditional Chinese music of erhu or guzheng by Lan Su musicians. The erhu is a bowed, two-stringed Chinese […]
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