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Visitor Information

Address

10401 SE Bush Street
Portland, OR 97266
Located in Ed Benedict Park

Hours

Open every day, year-round from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Admission

Free public access

Parking

Free street parking available!

Getting Here

Conveniently located in Ed Benedict Park and 15 minutes from downtown Portland, the garden is a great destination for an afternoon picnic, a misty morning read, or a peaceful stroll in an urban oasis.

Prepare for your visit

Everything you need to know—from guidelines to amenities

Garden Guidelines

To uphold a peaceful environment, we ask that guests:

  • Be mindful of other guests and noise levels
  • Remain on designated pathways or lawn
  • Leashed, well-behaved dogs are allowed
  • Visiting children must be supervised by a guardian
  • Do not pick flowers or plants
  • Running or the use of skateboards, bikes, or drones is not permitted
  • Dispose of litter in trash cans upon exit

Garden Amenities

  • Wheelchair- and walking device-friendly
  • Loading zone available at park entrance
  • Restroom on site
  • Drinking fountain
  • Benches in sun and shade
  • Picnic table and undercover areas
Accessibility Statement

Multi-sensory design

Thoughtful planting and layout engage sight, scent, sound, and touch

With a lush botanical collection of flowers and plants, the garden is brimming with the nostalgic scents, sights, sounds, and textures of Pacific Northwest landscapes. The gentle chattering birds, bristling leaves, and familiar fragrant flowers produce an immersive experience that encourages reflection, curiosity, and connection.

Year-round beauty

A seasonal sanctuary from spring blooms to winter’s stillness
In this a four-season garden, delight in the wondrous transition between seasons. From the wild array of springtime flowers and luminous shades of late-summer blooms, to the colder months filled with dramatic fall colors, rain-dappled trees, and the occasional dusting of snow, it’s a restorative sanctuary for every season.

Visiting with a group?

Nature exploration made easy

Portland Memory Garden welcomes those of all mobility and physical capabilities. The garden features circular paths, raised beds, sensory plantings, and accessible surfaces—all crafted to support safety, memory stimulation, and ease of use. Peruse the garden’s raised flowerbeds, venture along the looping pathway through the flowering trees and bushes, or kick back beneath the shaded pavilion.

Garden Accessibility

  • Accessible walkways for those with wheelchairs and walking devices
  • Benches and seating along walkways
  • Fenced perimeter for security and greater freedom to wander
  • Loading zone for shuttles and buses at park entrance
  • Accessible restroom
  • Sheltered areas with bench seating
  • Raised garden beds for easy access to plants and flowers

Community and accessibility-focused

With innovation and therapeutic design at its core, PMG was built to welcome everyone

Landscape architects, horticultural therapists, accessibility-focused designers, Alzheimer’s experts, and community partners developed PMG for ease, safety, accessibility, and a full-sensory experience. Created for the community to experience the holistic benefits of nature, the garden offers a welcoming space for aging adults, individuals living with memory loss, and their caregivers. From a thoughtful selection of sensory-rich plants to accessible pathways, every element was designed with expert input to promote relaxation, uplift mood, and stir fond memories.

Portland Memory Garden Story

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What’s happening in the garden

Get more out of your trip by attending one of our scheduled events or find more community connections by registering for an upcoming program!

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