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  • 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

  • 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

  • Hanfu Showcase

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

    A Hanfu showcase and fashion walk presented by the OCC Hanfu Team, featuring introductions, demonstrations, and interactive activities with the audience. Meet the Community Partner: The Phoenix Hanfu Society was established earlier this year (2023) by a group of local students. It is a community-based team with the objective of promoting understanding of Chinese culture […]

    Free

  • Rubik’s Cube Activity

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

    Traditional Chinese folk toys and games have long been enjoyed as playful ways to encourage creativity, problem solving, and imagination. Join us for a fun and interactive Rubik’s Cube demonstration where visitors can watch different solving techniques, learn basic strategies, and explore the challenge behind this classic puzzle game. Guests are also welcome to try […]

    Free
  • Volunteers teaching Mandarin

    Chinese Conversation Corner

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

    Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills with volunteers from the Oregon Chinese Coalition! Learn useful phrases and words in Mandarin and brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of […]

    Free
  • a person writes calligraphy with a traditional brush and ink

    Calligraphy Demo

    Weekly Cultural Experiences
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 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. Parking & Directions […]

    Free
  • a person writes calligraphy with a traditional brush and ink

    Calligraphy Demo

    Weekly Cultural Experiences
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 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. Parking & Directions […]

    Free
  • Volunteers teaching Mandarin

    Chinese Conversation Corner

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

    Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills with volunteers from the Oregon Chinese Coalition! Learn useful phrases and words in Mandarin and brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of […]

    Free

  • a person writes calligraphy with a traditional brush and ink

    Calligraphy Demo

    Weekly Cultural Experiences
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 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. Parking & Directions […]

    Free
  • a person writes calligraphy with a traditional brush and ink

    Calligraphy Demo

    Weekly Cultural Experiences
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 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. Parking & Directions […]

    Free
  • Volunteers teaching Mandarin

    Chinese Conversation Corner

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

    Brush up your Chinese conversational skills with the help of native speakers from Oregon Chinese Coalition. 2–4 PM | Sundays, May 3 – September 27, 2026 Practice your Mandarin skills […]

    Free
  • a person writes calligraphy with a traditional brush and ink

    Calligraphy Demo

    Weekly Cultural Experiences
    Lan Su Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett Street, Portland, OR, 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. Parking & Directions […]

    Free