News and notices

PP&R and Leach Botanical Garden announce the completion of extensive improvements

The East Portland gem fully reopens, moves further toward becoming a regional destination.

April 16, 2021 8:00 am News article

Mae Lin Plummer Takes the Helm at Leach Botanical Garden as new Executive Director

Mae Lin Plummer will be the new Executive Director of the iconic Leach Botanical Garden (pictured), starting in January. Longtime former Executive Director David Porter is retiring, with the City's gratitude.

December 16, 2020 12:47 pm News article

Extensive improvements begin at Leach Botanical Garden

Completion expected in summer 2020; project creates a new regional destination in East Portland

Updated August 1, 2019 1:31 pm News article

Commissioner Amanda Fritz and Director Mike Abbaté make two funding announcements for Leach Botanical Garden

Metro grant, System Development Charges to fund key projects, build on PDC’s previous investment and private donations

Updated December 16, 2016 10:30 am News article

Portland Parks Commissioner Amanda Fritz Announces More Improvements to east Portland Properties

Updated October 23, 2014 8:58 am News article