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like no other

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6704 SE 122nd Ave
Portland, OR 97236
Main Entrance on SE Claybourne St

GARDEN HOURS

Tues-Fri:  10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat-Sun 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
CLOSED MONDAY

ADMISSION & GARDEN GUIDELINES

Adults & Youth: $5
Children 5 and under: Free
Members: Free
Garden for All: Free

Reservations are recommended; walk up tickets are available but may be limited during busy hours. Please check in at the Visitor Services booth when you arrive.

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Please Read Our Garden Guidelines before your visit

GARDEN FOR ALL

Garden for All logo
Garden for All provides free admission to anyone who requests it. It is designed to support visitors for which admission fees present a barrier to entry, including those receiving assistance through programs such as Oregon Trail EBT, WIC, TANF, RCA, PWA or SNAP.
Learn About our Garden for All program

Upcoming Garden Events

Three Part Lecture Series - Trees: Up Close and Personal

SOLD OUT

Learn about the fascinating role of a tree's canopy, trunk, and underground networks for the tree and for the planet.

The Forest Canopy: An Ecosystem Overhead
October 4th, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Wood: The 'Backbone' of Terrestrial Ecosystems
October 18th, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Fungi for the Future: Partnering with Fungi for Climate Resilience, Soil Health, and Food.
November 1, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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THE SILENT AUCTION >>
Feast in the Garden

September 17, 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Tickets are sold out but you can still support the garden by participating in the Silent Auction! From Sept. 11-18 we are taking bids on special items donated by community members and local businesses.

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Under the Canopy
Aerial Tree Rock with The Resolectrics

September 22,
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

The Resolectrics are a rock & soul power trio exploring the vast landscapes of roots music with layered harmonies, multi-tonal guitar tracks, and ambitious arrangements.

More Tickets Added!

Tree Top Children's Concerts

July 14, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
August 11, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Visit the Garden for a unique and elevated experience at our after-hours events featuring children's music performed by Mr. Ben and Kelli Welli.

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Botanical Dyes Workshop

September 23, 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM
October 21, 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM

New! We are pleased to offer this 3.5 hour workshop covering the essentials of natural botanical dyeing with artist Megan Mesloh.

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Floating

Turiya Loka - September 24, 2023, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Floating is an all-ages outdoor arts series that explores the harmony between soundscape and landscape. Join us in the canopy of the garden's covered arbor to share the mingling sounds of the wind through the trees, sampled field recordings, non-linear electronics, and melodic vocals. More about Floating >>

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Storytime with the Bookmobile Babe

Saturday September 23rd
1:00 PM, 1:30 PM & 2:00 PM
Join the Bookmobile Babe and immerse your children in the captivating world of storytelling in the Covered Arbor.
Free with Garden admission.

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Forest Bathing Walks

October 28, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
November 18, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

For LGBTQ2S+
October 13, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
November 5, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

These immersive experiences offer the chance to break away from the stress of daily life and to find healing and nourishment through intimate engagement with the beings with whom we share our place.

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What's Behind the Fence?

September 13, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Join Leach Botanical Garden and Johnson Creek Watershed Council on a behind the scenes tour of the Back 5 Community Ecosystem Enhancement Project where you'll learn about riparian restoration, invasive species, and native plantings. Free with Garden Admission.

Under the Canopy

August 25, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Born in Havana Cuba, Xavier Tavera immigrated to Portland in 1994 and has made his mark by offering a unique style of Cuban music representing the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. Tickets: $25 adults, $15 kids, $20 Member adults, $10 Member kids.

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Nature Fair

August 6, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Enjoy a day of outdoor adventure and discovery at Leach Botanical Garden’s Nature Fair!

Geared toward families with children ages 2-8 this event provides a perfect opportunity to delve into the wonders of plants and nature through hands-on activities and educational experiences.

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Crossing Paths 2023

September 10, 5:00 PM

Cascadia Composers will present a concert featuring works by composers David S. Berstein, Ted Clifford, Daniel Gall, Kevin Bryant Lay, Jan Mittelstaedt, and Betty Wishart. Tickets are $5 to $25.

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Public & Staff Led Tours

Various days and times
Learn about the garden’s history, heritage trees, seasonal plants of interest, and “Back 5” habitat restoration area. You will also visit the historic Stone Cabin. Free with Garden admission.

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Tree Top Children's Concerts - SOLD OUT

August 11, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Visit the Garden for a unique and elevated experience at our after-hours events featuring children's music performed by your favorite local musicians.

The Spaces of Leach Botanical Garden

The Pollinator Garden

The Covered Arbor & Fireside Terrace

The Aerial Tree Walk

The Woodland Garden

The Riparian Zone

Arbor Image: Myrtle Creative; all other images Tamra Tiemeyer

THE BACK 5 COMMUNITY HABITAT ENHANCEMENT PROJECT

A coalition of stellar partners are working with the garden on a multi-year project to restore the "Back 5" area to a healthy, natural habitat. Many dedicated volunteers forge ahead with the ongoing work, assisted by experts at Portland Parks and Recreation.
Learn About the Back 5
Connecting Canopies staff and interns in the Back 5
Connecting Canopies staff and interns in the Back 5

THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO SUPPORT THE GARDEN

Membership funds provide vital support for the Garden's community programs, Education, and preservation efforts.
Become A Member
Through employer matches, volunteering, stock transfers or simply mailing a check. Your support helps maintain this special place.
Support the Garden

Getting to Leach Botanical Garden

Transportation & Directions