This guide is your passport to the Portland area’s world-class collection of public gardens.

Peninsula Park Rose Garden

Entrance on N. Ainsworth between N. Kerby and N. Albina  Portland, OR 97217

Portland’s first public rose garden and a hidden gem in the midst of the vibrant Piedmont neighborhood. A classic example of the City Beautiful Movement, the 107-year old garden is graced by a beautiful central fountain and displays 5000+ roses, representing 56 varieties, including Portland’s official rose. Mische designed the garden in 1913 based on original drawings by Olmsted firm.

Date Established: 1913

How Many Acres: Garden is 2 acres; the entire park is 17 acres

Must See Highlights: Madame Caroline Testout, Portland’s official rose, planted on over 200 miles of parking strips in the city in the early 1900s; original decorative brickwork and bandshell, designed by Ellis Lawrence; bandshell is a Portland Historic Landmark and the last of its kind in the city; many winners of the All American Rose Selection award, including Memorial Day, Francis Meilland, Julia Child, Love & Peace and Cinco de Mayo.

Admission Details: Free, with ample free street parking. ADA accessible.

Promotions and Events for City of Gardens Month:

• Free Garden Tours
• Public Rose Care Class is on June 13th at 1pm; begins at the fountain
• Reach out to Janis at info@penrosefriends.org to schedule a private Rose Care Class or tour for groups of 6 or more.

Garden Types:
• Formal

Activities and Interests:
• Heritage Trees
• History
• Weddings & Events

Social Media Handles: 
Instagram: @PeninsulaParkRose 
Facebook: @PenRoseFriends 
Website: PenRoseFriends.org

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