Mission
We believe in thoughtful, ecologically-minded practices and the curation of accessible, educational, and inspirational experiences that enhance lives.
Vision
Lauritzen Gardens is the nation's premier botanical garden for its ability to impart beauty, awe, and knowledge about local-to-global natural worlds.
Just as we pass through various stages of life, so do plants. Seasons of Beauty depicts stages from emergence to decline, finding beauty created in each of the seasonal changes. Irish philosopher/theologian/poet John O'Donohue writes: "So much…
Read More »Discover the rich history and iconography of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable figures of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), through eight larger-than-life skeleton sculptures by Los Angeles artist Ricardo Soltero. An elegant female…
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