The Garden of Serenity

In 1970, The Serenity Garden, just west of the Public Library (11 W. Church Street), was designed and built by the distinguished Tondabayashi landscape architect, Yoshinaga Sakon. "Serenity lies at the heart of every Japanese Garden. As an artistic expression of the essence of nature, Japanese gardens draw upon the natural world's tranquil beauty to create an oasis for meditation. The serenity and peace at the core of this garden are experienced in the harmony achieved through a balancing of its many elements."

The tea house was built later in 1970, with the pre-cut wood that Mr. Sakon sent over. He then came to Bethlehem to help assemble the tea house.

View photos of the garden in the Photo Album .

Are you looking for the perfect setting for your wedding photographs?
We'll be glad to let you into the garden for pictures of your special day.
Contact the city's Parks and Public Property Department by calling 610 865-7079.