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World Bonsai Day at the Clark Bonsai Museum

A day of art, nature, and community

Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
Location: The Clark Bonsai Museum inside  Shinzen Friendship Garden, Fresno, CA

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate the living art of bonsai with a full day of demonstrations, community, and inspiration.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Celebrate with us!

Join us at the Clark Bonsai Museum for World Bonsai Day, a special annual celebration of the art of bonsai. Visitors are invited to enjoy live demonstrations, hands-on activities, and a unique opportunity to experience bonsai in a welcoming outdoor setting.

Whether you’re a longtime enthusiast or simply curious, this event offers something for all ages.

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Bonsai Demonstrations (10 AM-3PM)
Live demos by local bonsai artists throughout the day

 

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Bonsai Clinic (2:30PM–3:30PM)
Bring your tree and get guidance from our Managing Curator

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Art + Silent Auction (10 AM-2:30PM)
Original bonsai art and handcrafted pots available

Bonsai Exhibition Tours

On Sunday, May 3, 2026, The Clark Bonsai Museum invites you to join our curator Bob Hilvers as he provides a guided tour of the current exhibition.

TOURS AVAILABLE: 10:30 AM and  1:30 PM

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Vince Owyoung Honoring Ceremony

Join us and pay tribute to Vince Owyoung .His enduring contributions remind us that bonsai is not only an art form, but a living collaboration between time, patience, and the quiet mastery of those who guide it.

 

Join us this May 3rd at the Clark Bonsai Museum from 11:30pm to 1:00pm

Make Your Own Bonsai Workshop

Begin your bonsai journey. Learn the fundamentals in a hands-on class designed for first-time students.

May 3rd 1:30 p.m.-3:30p.m.

Get Involved with World Bonsai Day

We invite the bonsai community to participate in this year’s event.

If you are interested in:

• Providing a bonsai demonstration
• Becoming a vendor
• Donating an item for the silent auction

Please contact:

Bob Hilvers
559-909-1051
shohincbc@gmail.com

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Sponsor World Bonsai Day

Join us in celebrating art, nature, and community.

Your sponsorship supports hands-on education, local artists, and a growing cultural experience at The Clark Bonsai Museum.

Contact us to become a sponsor and be part of something lasting.

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Museum Location

Highlights: On-site parking fees

 

The Countdown to World Bonsai Day 2026 Has Begun

On Sunday, May 3, 2026, The Clark Bonsai Museum invites you to celebrate the timeless art of bonsai with a day of demonstrations, vendors, and community connection.

World Bonsai Day is a chance to pause, appreciate living art, and share in a tradition that continues to inspire across generations.

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