Learning Gardens Laboratory PSU

Learning Gardens Laboratory PSU is a small educational institution based in Portland, Oregon, with a staff of three employees. Established in 2005, the organization operates on a 12-acre site dedicated to gardening education. The Learning Gardens Laboratory offers hands-on, place-based educational programs focused on sustainable gardening, healthy nutrition, and permaculture. Their programs cater to a diverse audience, including K-12 students, university students, and members of the wider community. The organization aims to improve academic achievement, leadership skills, and the development of sustainable local food systems through its experiential learning approach. This unique educational space is a collaborative effort between Portland State University, Portland Public Schools, Portland Parks and Recreation, and Oregon State University Extension Service. The Learning Gardens Laboratory fosters multicultural, interdisciplinary, intergenerational learning experiences centered around gardening. For more information about their programs and initiatives, visit their website at pdx.edu/elp/learning-gardens-laboratory.