Tag Archives: Mia Lehrer

Summer Nights in the Garden at L.A.’s Natural History Museum

Posted on July 20, 2017 by Denise

Wisps of Dalea greggii with opuntia and ‘Sharkskin’ agave atop the Living Wall. Sunset and St. Catherine’s Lace, Eriogonum giganteum Finally, an opportunity to grab some “magic hour” photos of Mia Lehrer’s entrance garden (former parking lot) at the Natural … Continue reading →

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friday clippings 7/22/16

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Denise

What I wanted to do tonight was attend an event I’ve been hearing about on NPR as I drove the freeways this week, Summer Nights in the Garden, hosted by the Natural History Museum. It’s free but RSVP is required, … Continue reading →

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postscript to Natural Discourse; Flora & Fauna

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Denise

It’s been such a pleasure to see what shape and expression each successive Natural Discourse has taken. Developed by Shirley Watts and Mary Anne Friel for the Berkeley Botanic Garden, a group of artists were invited to make site-specific work … Continue reading →

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Natural Discourse: Flora & Fauna; A Day at the Natural History Museum 10/17/15

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Denise

From the Natural Discourse event registration page: “Natural Discourse has been invited to explore the Natural History Museum! The Museum opens its doors for a day-long conversation about gardens, art, science, and collections. Natural Discourse is an ongoing series of … Continue reading →

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