Orange County coastal living is at its best at Sherman Library and Gardens.Make the most of Coastal Orange County living by visiting Sherman Library and Gardens. This beautiful 2.2 acre property offers a museum of living plants, beautiful gardens, patios, brick walkways, fountains, and vibrant seasonal flowers. The mild coastal climate means that a huge variety of plants from around the world can be maintained here all year long. Find local varieties of native plants and explore the Japanese Garden, Fern Grotto, Herb Garden, Tropical Conservatory, and many other themed gardens.

Learn more about the history of Coastal Orange County living in the Sherman Library. The materials here are for use on site only and tell stories of Newport Beach, southern California, Arizona, northern Mexico, and other surrounding areas. There is much to learn here and and the collection also includes many photographs.

Come to the Garden for Classes for Adults and Kids

Consider purchasing a membership to be able to visit as often as you wish as well as take advantage of many perks such as a reduced fee for classes and programs, guests passes, discounts in the garden shop and much more. Watch the calendar for a huge variety of classes and events. Learn about planting bulbs and general gardening techniques, come for a yoga class, learn about bees, and send the kids to a painting class to create a masterpiece to hang on the wall of your Coastal Orange County home. Come for afternoon tea or grab a bite to eat at Café Jardin and participate in festivals throughout the year.

The garden is also a beautiful facility to consider for your wedding or other special event. The amazing foliage will be a gorgeous backdrop to photos and your guests will have a great time amongst nature. Visit Sherman Library and Gardens to find more details about special events, memberships, visiting the gardens, and a calendar for special events and programs.