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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.
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.
Frog Listening Evening
Friday 25 September 2026
Join Anke Maria Hoefer (Frogwatch Coordinator for ACT & Region) to listen and learn about Canberra's amazing frogs in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Join Anke Maria Hoefer (Frogwatch Coordinator for ACT & Region) to listen and learn about Canberra's amazing frogs in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Secrets of the Australian Bush - Spring School Holidays Adventure
Monday 28 September 2026 - Thursday 8 October 2026
This Spring school holidays, discover the amazing secrets of the plants that live in the Australian bush on this family-friendly tour at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
This Spring school holidays, discover the amazing secrets of the plants that live in the Australian bush on this family-friendly tour at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
