COVID CLOSURE – Update 2021

We have been advised that Alameda County’s Shelter in Place Order is still in place.  We have now been informed that Oakland is closing the Gardens at Lake...

December 6, 2020 by Jerry Carpenter Read more...

Bonsai Garden Hours Update 11/08/2020

BGLM will resume Sunday Schedule during Winter Park Hours The Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt is happy to report that we are, with restrictions, open for visitors. The...

May 17, 2020 by Jerry Carpenter Read more...

New Short Film of Kathy Shaner in the BGLM released

We hope you enjoy this short film created last summer in our Garden. Sensei Kathy Shaner performs her magic and informs the world about the art of bonsai....

March 14, 2020 by Jerry Carpenter Read more...