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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
Thursday Talks
Thursday 18 June 2026 - Thursday 26 November 2026
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.
Eggpicnic at the Gardens exhibition
Wednesday 29 July 2026 - Sunday 30 August 2026
Inspired by years of exploring the Australian National Botanic Gardens, “Eggpicnic at the Gardens” celebrates the remarkable plants, animals and fungi that call it home. Through illustration and sculpture, the exhibition invites visitors to discover the hidden stories, connections and seasonal wonders woven throughout this unique landscape.
Inspired by years of exploring the Australian National Botanic Gardens, “Eggpicnic at the Gardens” celebrates the remarkable plants, animals and fungi that call it home. Through illustration and sculpture, the exhibition invites visitors to discover the hidden stories, connections and seasonal wonders woven throughout this unique landscape.
September themed walk: Wattle Walks
Monday 31 August 2026 - Sunday 6 September 2026
Did you know there are more species of wattles than even of our iconic eucalypts? It’s not surprising that the floral emblem of Australia is a wattle. What are those wonderful floral globes made up of? Why does their foliage vary so much? Take a free guided walk to find out more about wattles and see a wide variety of them in flower at this time of year.
Did you know there are more species of wattles than even of our iconic eucalypts? It’s not surprising that the floral emblem of Australia is a wattle. What are those wonderful floral globes made up of? Why does their foliage vary so much? Take a free guided walk to find out more about wattles and see a wide variety of them in flower at this time of year.
Coming to the Gardens this Spring: Canberra Art Biennial
Friday 11 September 2026 - Saturday 31 October 2026
This Spring we look forward to welcoming the 6th edition of the Canberra Art Biennial to the Gardens. The Capital’s own contemporary public art festival, Canberra Art Biennial presents artwork that responds to stories and histories within the designed landscape of Canberra.
This Spring we look forward to welcoming the 6th edition of the Canberra Art Biennial to the Gardens. The Capital’s own contemporary public art festival, Canberra Art Biennial presents artwork that responds to stories and histories within the designed landscape of Canberra.
