Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
818-9 4200
http://www.descansogardens.org/
Daily: 9a-5p (last entry is at 4:30p)
Closed Christmas
General $8
Senior/Students $6
Children (5 - 12) $3
Guild members and children <5 Free
Reciprocal admissions are during regular hours. Visit their website to see the complete list of American Horticultural Society reciprocal gardens.
Free parking.
Gardens include the Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, Nature's Table edible garden, Oak Forest, California Garden, Iris Garden, Camellia Collection and the Lilac Garden.
Explore the Gardens on the covered, handicap-accessible "green" tram. The zero-emissions electric tram is the latest in clean industrial technology -- and it's very quiet! Relax and enjoy the narration that emphasizes the history and plants that make up the beauty of Descanso. Tram $4. Depending on demand, tram tours are 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 11 a.m., 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Please check with the Visitor Center to see if tram tours are available the day of your visit. The tram does not operate on Mondays.
A major highlight for the young (and young-at-heart) visitor is the Descanso Gardens Enchanted Railroad. Guests can climb aboard this 1/8th replica of a diesel train and travel around a small section of Descanso Gardens. Enchanted Railroad $3 per rider, $25 for a book of 10 tickets; the Enchanted Railroad is open 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Closed from 12:30 to 1 p.m. for lunch. Tickets are sold in the Visitor Center. All schedules are subject to weather and availability; please call ahead to see if the train is running at (818) 949-4290.
The Full Moon Tea House area is one of the most impressive architectural structures at Descanso Gardens. Inspired by the Asian origins of Descanso's camellias, the Japanese Garden, Full Moon Tea House and Minka bring the spirit of the Far East to California.
Just beyond the Rose Garden, the Bird Observation Station and Lake provide permanent and temporary shelter and nesting area for a wide variety of birds.
Formerly the home of E. Manchester Boddy, founder of Descanso Gardens, the Boddy House offers a glimpse at the glamour of a bygone era. The Boddy House is open to touring 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
The Sturt Haaga Gallery of Art opens May 2011. The Gallery will have changing exhibitions of art open to the Descanso visiting public and membership and included with Garden admission. Exhibitions will include group shows, individual shows, and curated thematic shows that seek to broaden public awareness of, and appreciation for, the intersection between art and nature.
The Descanso Café, located near the Gardens entrance, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Café, operated by the Patina Group, provides sandwiches and luncheon specials with outdoor seating.
The Gardens also offer an assortment of classes and wellness programs.
Contact the Gardens for its latest information.
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Saturday, January 1, 2011
Sunday, December 19, 2010
LA County Natural History Museum, Los Angeles
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
900 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90007
213-763-DINO
http://www.nhm.org/
Daily: 9:30a-5p (closed certain holidays)
Adults $9
Seniors 62+, Students 18+ w/ID, Children 13-17 $6.50
Children 5-12 $2
Free on the first Tuesday of the month
Parking accepts cash only
- Protects over 35 million specimens, dating back 4.5 billion years
- An amazing collection of dinosaurs, mammals, insect zoo, birds, shells, and one of my favorites, gems and minerals. They also have California and American History exhibits, as well as Ancient Latin American Art.
- Focuses on the 'big picture' of the planet, the natural and the cultural world
- Daily guided tours at 2pm
- A 'cheat sheet' is available if you have limited time to tour (a one hour quick tour suggestion)
- They also have a neat First Friday series of events that are for adults in the evenings that include special presentations and live music
Also related:
The Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits
The William S. Hart Park and Museum
Contact the Museum for its latest info and special exhibits.
900 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90007
213-763-DINO
http://www.nhm.org/
Daily: 9:30a-5p (closed certain holidays)
Adults $9
Seniors 62+, Students 18+ w/ID, Children 13-17 $6.50
Children 5-12 $2
Free on the first Tuesday of the month
Parking accepts cash only
- Protects over 35 million specimens, dating back 4.5 billion years
- An amazing collection of dinosaurs, mammals, insect zoo, birds, shells, and one of my favorites, gems and minerals. They also have California and American History exhibits, as well as Ancient Latin American Art.
- Focuses on the 'big picture' of the planet, the natural and the cultural world
- Daily guided tours at 2pm
- A 'cheat sheet' is available if you have limited time to tour (a one hour quick tour suggestion)
- They also have a neat First Friday series of events that are for adults in the evenings that include special presentations and live music
Also related:
The Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits
The William S. Hart Park and Museum
Contact the Museum for its latest info and special exhibits.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
South Coast Botanic Garden, Palos Verdes Peninsula
South Coast Botanic Garden
26300 Crenshaw Blvd
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
310-544-1948
http://www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org
Hours: 9a-5p, only closed Christmas Day
Admission: Adults $8, Seniors 62+/Students: $6, Children 5-12 $3; Cash only; Free: Third Tuesday of each month
Free parking.
Picnic area outside the Garden gates.
This 87 acre Botanic Garden has more than 2500 different species of plants from as far away as Australia, the Mediterranean, and southern Africa. The garden is situated in Sunset's Zone 23, one of the most favored growing areas in the world.
What to see: About 100 trees and shrubs are rare mature specimens; abundant wildlife and bird population; Mediterranean, Rose, Water-Wise, Cactus, Children's, Fuchsia, Dahlia, Herb, and Japanese Gardens; tram tours.
They also have many special events including theater and music performances on the lawn, and numerous societies and clubs meet there.
Information is current at posting. Contact the garden or visit its website for the latest info.
26300 Crenshaw Blvd
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
310-544-1948
http://www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org
Hours: 9a-5p, only closed Christmas Day
Admission: Adults $8, Seniors 62+/Students: $6, Children 5-12 $3; Cash only; Free: Third Tuesday of each month
Free parking.
Picnic area outside the Garden gates.
This 87 acre Botanic Garden has more than 2500 different species of plants from as far away as Australia, the Mediterranean, and southern Africa. The garden is situated in Sunset's Zone 23, one of the most favored growing areas in the world.
What to see: About 100 trees and shrubs are rare mature specimens; abundant wildlife and bird population; Mediterranean, Rose, Water-Wise, Cactus, Children's, Fuchsia, Dahlia, Herb, and Japanese Gardens; tram tours.
They also have many special events including theater and music performances on the lawn, and numerous societies and clubs meet there.
Information is current at posting. Contact the garden or visit its website for the latest info.
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