Leach Botanical Garden 40th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate one of the city’s best nature escapes at the Leach Botanical Garden 40th Anniversary Celebration.

Leach Botanical Garden is a natural oasis nestled in Southeast Portland. The 16-acre estate features more than 2,000 plant species growing along the banks of Johnson Creek. Adding to the unique charm is the historic manor house, stone cabin, bridge crossing and gift shop.

Stroll among the treetops on the aerial treewalk and see a whole new side of the garden at the fireside arbor and terrace, and pollinator garden in the upper garden. 

In addition to this celebration, Leach Botanical Garden is offering free birthday admission to everyone in 2024. 

Here’s how you can join in on the fun. 

Leach Botanical Garden 40th Anniversary Celebration

On August 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Leach Botanical Garden is hosting special activities at its Southeast Portland location. 

There’s a botanical art sale, book giveaways, an arborist talk, special tours, a musical performance and more.

Here are the details about each activity by day.

Saturday, August 17

Botanical Art Fundraiser

10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Artwork from more than 100 local artists will be on display in the historic Manor House. Each piece is for sale for $40 and proceeds benefit the garden.

Stone Cabin Tours

10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Check out the charming stone cabin and outdoor fireplace on the south side of Johnson Creek. The tour is guided by CiCi Polson, an architectural and design enthusiast and a self-described plant nerd.

SMART Reading Book Giveaway

12 to 2 p.m.

Kids can pick a book on a variety of topics and interests. Books range from birth to middle school age levels as well as books in Spanish.

Arborist Talk with Bartlett Tree Experts

2 to 3 p.m..

Explore the garden with arborist experts Logan Collier and Nick Tompulis from Bartlett Tree Experts as they discuss caring for trees and shrubs in summer. Topics include watering practices, plant selection, mulch and soils.

Sunday, August 18

Botanical Art Fundraiser

10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Artwork from more than 100 local artists will be on display in the historic Manor House. Each piece is for sale for $40 and proceeds benefit the garden.

Social Life of Trees Tour

1 to 2:30 p.m. 

During this tour, learn how science has shown these new discoveries in tree communication. This tour strolls along the Johnson Creek Riparian Area habitat and visit the historic stone cabin. This tour is lead by Tony Krause, wildfire author and park docent.

SoundsTruck Performance

1 to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a family-friendly performance of classical and jazz music fusion by flutist Adam Eccleston and other accomplished Portland local musicians. 

Admission

Admission is $5 and children 5 and under attend for free. 

The garden is located at 6704 SE 122nd Ave. in Portland. For more information, visit Leach Botanical Garden’s website. 

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