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  • Threading Together Show & Tell: China

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    Come join us for Threading Together Show & Tell, an interactive visitor experience that brings the stories behind traditional attire to life. This program is part of our Threading Together: AANHPI Traditional Attire Exhibit. On May 22, step into traditional Chinese style with Micheal Clendenen. The program will conclude with a 30 minute talk featuring […]

    Free
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    Steep & Paint: Peony with Morgan McGuirk

    Featured Steep & Paint
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States

    Instructor | Tickets | Series Schedule | Parking Enjoy a blossom-filled afternoon at the beautiful Lan Su Chinese Garden with the return of Steep & Paint. With all materials provided and admission included, all you need to bring is yourself! We’re bringing this series back by popular demand and newly reimagined in partnership with the Oregon Botanical Artists […]

    $56.95 – $66.95

  • Blake Robert at Lan Su

    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States

    Known on Instagram and TikTok for traveling the world with only the money he makes playing guitar, Blake is bringing his music and stories to Portland as part of his US tour. Come spend the afternoon in the garden, hear Blake play, and welcome him to our city and one of its greatest treasures.

    Free
  • A gong fu cha tea setting with gaiwan and loose-leaf tea

    Garden Tea Tastings with Hannah Ma (3 PM)

    Garden Tea Tastings
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States

    Take a front-row seat to Chinese tea culture with our intimate Garden Tea Tasting series led by tea master Hannah Ma. Savor three seasonal teas from Yun Shui Teahouse, learn traditional brewing techniques, and take home a porcelain teacup.

    $36.95 – $55.95

  • Cultural Immersion Saturday: China

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    Each Saturday in May highlights a unique AANHPI culture, with community partners taking the lead on experiences, performances, and vendors to showcase their heritage. Join us Saturday, May 23, as Oregon Chinese Coalition brings us a full day honoring and celebrating Chinese culture. TimeProgramDetails10:00 AM to 6:00 PMFood & Retail VendorsBeijing Bro, Little Beijing, Seremony Pavilion, & […]

    Free

  • Ancient Currency Rubbing Workshop

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    Did you know China was the first civilization in the world to use paper currency? As early as the Song Dynasty, paper money was already in circulation more than 600 years before it appeared in the West. In this hands on workshop, visitors will explore the history of ancient Chinese currency and discover how money […]

    Free

  • Tea Ceremony Demonstration

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    Experience the beauty and tradition of Chinese tea culture through a guided Tea Ceremony Demonstration. This interactive session includes an introduction to Chinese tea traditions, a live tea brewing demonstration, and the opportunity to sample a selection of Chinese teas. Learn about the history, techniques, and meaning behind the tea ceremony while enjoying the flavors […]

    Free

  • Calligraphy Demonstration with Wei Li

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    Renowned calligraphy artist Wei Li will present a live calligraphy demonstration and introduction to the art form. During the session, visitors will also could experience Chinese brush writing and calligraphy themselves. Meet the Community Partner: The Oregon Chinese Coalition is a local Chinese organization dedicated to building a connected and united Chinese community that embraces […]

    Free
  • Anna Xu prepares a layered dessert

    CANCELED – Taste of Home, Where the Heart Belongs — Chinese Homestyle Cooking Demonstration

    Weekly Cultural Experiences
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States

    Explore the flavors of home with culinary expert Anna in a Chinese cooking demonstration featuring simple, authentic dishes. 11 AM – 12:30 PM | Every 2nd Saturday, May 23 – December 12, 2026 *Note: The May 23 program has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict with the program partner. Food in Chinese culture is more […]

    Free

  • Calligraphy Experience

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    Experience the art of Chinese calligraphy through a hands-on cultural activity led by OCC volunteers. Visitors will learn the basics of traditional Chinese brush writing and have the opportunity to practice calligraphy themselves in an interactive and welcoming setting. Meet the Community Partner: The Phoenix Hanfu Society was established earlier this year (2023) by a […]

    Free

  • Chinese YoYo Demonstration

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    The diabolo (also called Yo-Yo in China) is a traditional Chinese folk toy and also a performance prop. It is spun rapidly using a string to perform tossing tricks and dance-like movements. Visitors are invited to watch a diabolo performance and try simple diabolo techniques themselves. Meet the Community Partner: The Dragonfly Diabolo Team was formed […]

    Free

  • Yang Qin Demonstration

    AANHPI Heritage Month
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, United States
    AANHPI Heritage Month

    Discover the unique sound of the yangqin, a traditional Chinese hammered string instrument known for its bright and delicate tone. Played with slender bamboo beaters, the yangqin has long been an important part of Chinese folk orchestras, opera accompaniment, and traditional cultural performances. Join us for a live demonstration to experience the instrument up close […]

    Free