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Many of the 20 million people who have visited the Japanese Garden since it opened to the public in 1928 have stepped onto the wisteria terrace for a first view of the garden and experienced a magical moment.

Toshie Mosher, a member of The Huntington's Board of Overseers, talks about what The Huntington's Japanese Garden means to her—from the calm tranquility of the landscape to the blend of features conceived by artists and craftsmen.

Jim Folsom, Telleen/Jorgensen Director of the Botanical Gardens at The Huntington, talks about the significance of the Japanese Garden at The Huntington—from its long status as an iconic garden of The Huntington to its role for the delight, education, and inspiration of visitors.

Laurie Sowd, Vice President for Operations at The Huntington, reflects on how The Huntington's Japanese Garden has evolved over the last century to include three traditional types of Japanese gardens.

It was another successful year for The Huntington at the Santa Barbara International Orchid Show. With Orchidelic being the theme this year, we won first place for best display for our category and took home 13 ribbons.

When The Huntington's Japanese Garden reopens to the public on April 11 after a year-long renovation, it will be an appropriate time to reflect on its 100-year history.

As if spring itself were not enough incentive to get out and enjoy nature, Huntington visitors can catch two special garden shows on Saturday and Sunday, March 24–25, each with a different focus.

Historian Anne F. Hyde won the Bancroft Prize last week for her book Empires, Nations, and Families: A History of the North American West, 1800–1860. She joins the ranks of notable scholars who have conducted research at The Huntington on their way to winning the coveted award.