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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
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!
Botanical Connections
Wednesday 22 January 2025 - Sunday 23 February 2025
Artist and Printmaker Jo Hollier sees the Gardens as a place of appreciation for our unique flora and a place where we can feel connected to nature and the environment.
Artist and Printmaker Jo Hollier sees the Gardens as a place of appreciation for our unique flora and a place where we can feel connected to nature and the environment.
Thursday Talks
Thursday 6 February 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.
Bonsai exhibition
Saturday 22 February 2025 - Sunday 23 February 2025
The annual Australian Plants as Bonsai exhibition is back at the Gardens this weekend, presented by the Canberra Bonsai Society.
The annual Australian Plants as Bonsai exhibition is back at the Gardens this weekend, presented by the Canberra Bonsai Society.
