Mahjong in the Chinese Garden
Sun., May 31, 2026, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Sun., May 31, 2026, 1–2:30 p.m.
$40
Chinese Garden
Come play mahjong, a tile-based tabletop game developed in China during the 19th century, at Liu Fang Yuan 流芳園, or the Garden of Flowing Fragrance. Enjoy open play with host East Never Loses, a community-focused organization fostering new generations of mahjong players. Instructors will be available to guide new players and answer questions during two play sessions.
Key Details
- Registration includes free admission to The Huntington.
- Suitable for all levels; no previous experience is necessary.
- Mahjong sets will be provided.
- Please bring registration confirmation with you.
- Check in with Education staff at Admission window #10 starting at 10:00 a.m. for the Morning Play Session and 12:00 p.m. for the Afternoon Play Session.
For questions about this event, please contact publicprograms@huntington.org.
Participants will enjoy playing mahjong accompanied by East Never Loses instructors. Photo by Aaron Spoto. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.
In-Person Class Ticketing Policies
- Tickets are not sold at the door for this event.
- To join the waitlist for this event, please email publicprograms@huntington.org. A space is not guaranteed, but you will be contacted if a space becomes available.
- To receive a refund or request a reservation change, you must contact publicprograms@huntington.org at least 5 days prior to the event date. Cancellations made within 5 days of the event date will not be refunded, and reservation changes are not guaranteed. Tickets are nontransferable and cannot be exchanged for vouchers or future credit.
- Members may receive a discount for up to two tickets when applicable.
Program fees support our mission to promote education in the arts, humanities, and botanical sciences.
Top image: Mahjong tiles in the Chinese Garden. Photo by Aaron Spoto. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.