Celebrating 45 Years of the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
You’re invited to the event of the year!
Join us on April 3, 2026, from 6–9 p.m. for a sparkling evening under the stars as we celebrate the Garden’s 45th anniversary at the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden.
This one-of-a-kind celebration will feature Lion Dancers, live music, delicious food and drinks, and fire and light-up-the-night performers as the sun sets over the beautiful EBM Japanese Garden.
Tickets are $145 per person.
It will truly be a magical evening surrounded by the incredible community that has helped us reach this significant achievement.
We hope you’ll join us for this exciting, once-in-a-lifetime event.
The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden is seeking sponsors for our Sapphire Spectacular! Interested in making a tax-deductible donation? Email jgcoordinators@csulb.edu for details.
Looking Back
The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden first opened its gates in April 1981. Our Founder, Lorraine Miller Collins, envisioned a space dedicated to nature and meditation in honor of her late husband, Earl Burns Miller. Now, 45 years later, the Garden continues to thrive as a treasured gem in the °µÍøÊÓƵ community.
Throughout 2026, we look forward to reflecting on how far the Garden has come and celebrating the people who made it possible. Join us as we commemorate this incredible milestone with special events and programming all year long, including our 45th Anniversary Celebration, the Sapphire Spectacular.
