Join fellow attendees of the 2026 UC AMP Conference for an engaging guided tour of UCLA’s iconic campus. Explore landmark spaces, learn about the university’s rich history, and experience the vibrant energy that defines life at UCLA. The tour will take place on Monday, April 13, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with the group meeting at the beloved Bruin Bear Statue. It’s a perfect way to connect, learn, and discover one of California’s most celebrated campuses.
Evening Reception & Botanical Garden Experience
Join us Monday, April 13, starting at 4PM for an evening reception hosted by the local UCLA chapter of AMP at the stunning UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden.
Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments as you unwind in one of the campus’s most beautiful outdoor spaces—an oasis filled with lush plant life, winding pathways, and the soothing sounds of the garden’s creek. It’s the perfect setting to connect with colleagues from across the UC system.
Following the reception at 5:30PM, attendees are invited to participate in a guided tour of the botanical garden. The UCLA Botanical Garden is home to more than 3,000 plant species from around the world, including rare and endangered collections, a desert conservatory, and the iconic ancient cycads. It’s a chance to explore, learn, and experience one of UCLA’s most beloved hidden gems.
Getting There
- Group Walk: Meet outside the UCLA Luskin Conference Center (facing Westwood Plaza) at 4:00 PM to walk together.
- On Your Own: Prefer to stroll solo or with a smaller group? The garden is just an easy 8‑minute walk from the Luskin Center.
- Google Maps Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ft91S8TCeopjdLAH7
