Roman Gardens

Learn about the plants and garden design of the ancient Romans. Explore the mythology behind plants used by the ancients and learn how to turn your own backyard or patio into a modern-day Roman garden. As a bonus, there will be an opportunity to tour the Roman Gardens at the Getty Villa, space will be limited.

Scott Jones is a retired naval officer and businessman with broad experience in national security, foreign relations and politics. Jones is a docent at the J. Paul Getty Museum (Getty Villa) where he leads tours in the Greek and Roman Galleries, special exhibitions, Roman architecture and Roan gardens. He teaches at several lifelong learning programs in the region.  

Fifty and Better was designed to offer university-level courses and lectures (no tests, no homework) taught by experts in the field, and to host social engagement activities for people age 50 and older.

Register

Register by April 4, by 3 p.m.