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Discover the world’s most comprehensive display of Australian native plants in the heart of Canberra.
The Australian National Botanic Gardens is a place for recreation, inspiration, conservation, science and learning. Through our Living Plant Collections and the National Seed Bank, the Gardens makes a substantial contribution to conservation of Australian native plants. We work with a range of partner organisations to conduct diverse research into Australian plants and ecosystems.
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Latest events
Above/Below
Tuesday 5 November 2024 - Monday 25 November 2024
Above/Below is a group exhibition by artists who are inspired by their love of cryptogams - ferns, fungi, lichens, liverworts, moss, hornworts, and algae.
Above/Below is a group exhibition by artists who are inspired by their love of cryptogams - ferns, fungi, lichens, liverworts, moss, hornworts, and algae.
Thursday Talks
Thursday 14 November 2024 - Thursday 28 November 2024
Our Thursday lunchtime talks cover diverse aspects of the natural world in Australia and around the globe.
Our Thursday lunchtime talks cover diverse aspects of the natural world in Australia and around the globe.
Sunset cinema
Thursday 21 November 2024 - Saturday 22 February 2025
Summer is around the corner and that means the Sunset Cinema is back for another glorious season of outdoor movies under the stars!
Summer is around the corner and that means the Sunset Cinema is back for another glorious season of outdoor movies under the stars!
Pride in the Gardens
Friday 22 November 2024 - Sunday 24 November 2024
Join us in the Gardens to celebrate Canberra SpringOUT Pride Festival.
Join us in the Gardens to celebrate Canberra SpringOUT Pride Festival.
Illuminate '24
Thursday 28 November 2024 - Sunday 15 December 2024
The Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Photographic Group aims to share their passion for discovering, appreciating and valuing Australia’s unique flora and fauna as seen through the lenses of their cameras.
The Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Photographic Group aims to share their passion for discovering, appreciating and valuing Australia’s unique flora and fauna as seen through the lenses of their cameras.
