What We Do

2nd Century of Service Begins in Prime Minister's Garden


Prime Minister Gayle Whitehurst doffs her hat in unison with statue of Royal Rosarian
as she prepares to participate in planting the rose, French Lace, along the Prime Minister's Walk.

As Ambassadors of Goodwill and Official Greeters for the City of Portland, Royal Rosarians welcome visiting dignitaries from around the world and host hundreds of out-of-town visitors each year.  Known locally for a key presence during the Portland Rose Festival, members march in parades throughout the world, promoting the Rose as the Queen of Flowers and Portland as the Rose Capital of the World.  The Royal Rosarians are a non-profit civic organization and all services rendered by its members are gratuitous.   The charitable arm of the Royal Rosarians is the Royal Rosarian Foundation.

The Royal Rosarians have a rich legacy of traditional Ceremonies and Pageantry that instill a deep appreciation for outstanding individuals and recognition of the rose as the living symbol of Portland.  The pageantry of the Honorary Knighting Ceremony and Rose Planting Ceremony honors worthy individuals in Portland and in locations around the world.  The Prime Minister's Royal Rosarian Ambassadorial trips create strong relationships and welcomes visits to the City of Roses.  The world-famous VIP Greeting Ceremony ensures visitors receive a warm welcome to Portland.  Working with the City of Portland, its Sister City organizations and Travel Portland, the Royal Rosarians are key participants in welcoming tourism and investment in Portland each year.