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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
Survive and Thrive - a story about seeds and science
Thursday 16 October 2025 - Sunday 16 November 2025
Discover how seed scientists and horticulturalists at the Gardens are working together to ensure that Australia’s subalpine species survive and thrive.
Discover how seed scientists and horticulturalists at the Gardens are working together to ensure that Australia’s subalpine species survive and thrive.
Thursday Talks
Thursday 30 October 2025 - Thursday 27 November 2025
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 20 November 2025 - Saturday 28 February 2026
Enjoy latest releases, children’s and classic films in the beautiful garden surrounds. Bring a picnic or purchase your dinner and popcorn at the event.
Enjoy latest releases, children’s and classic films in the beautiful garden surrounds. Bring a picnic or purchase your dinner and popcorn at the event.
12th Annual Exhibition: Illuminate ‘25
Friday 21 November 2025 - Sunday 14 December 2025
For the Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Photographic Group 'Illuminate' has two meanings: one is about physical light, and the other is about intellectual or spiritual enlightenment.
For the Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Photographic Group 'Illuminate' has two meanings: one is about physical light, and the other is about intellectual or spiritual enlightenment.
