Iyo Stone facts for kids

The Iyo Stone in the Portland Japanese Garden, Portland, Oregon

The Iyo Stone plaque, marking the 1968 dedication

The Iyo Stone is a special rock found in the Portland Japanese Garden. This garden is a beautiful, traditional Japanese garden located inside Washington Park in Portland, Oregon, USA. The Iyo Stone honors Philip Englehart. He was the very first president of the Japanese Garden Society of Oregon, serving from 1963 to 1964.

The Story of the Iyo Stone

How the Garden Began

The Japanese Garden Society of Oregon held its first official meeting on January 15, 1963. At this meeting, Philip Englehart was chosen as the society's first president. A president is like a leader or chairperson for a group.

Englehart's Important Role

During his time as president, Englehart worked very hard. He helped find and get important materials for the garden. He even traveled all the way to Japan! His trips helped bring real, traditional Japanese items to the garden. This made the Portland Japanese Garden truly authentic.

Adding the Iyo Stone

In June 1968, a special stone was placed in the garden. This stone is called the Iyo Stone. It was added to remember Philip Englehart's important work. It celebrates his time as the first president of the society from 1963 to 1964.

See also

In Spanish: Jardín japonés de Portland para niños