Friends of the National Arboretum Canberra

Bonsai Week - 23-29 March 2020

Join us to celebrate the art, science and the people behind bonsai. The National Bonsai and Penjing Collection of Australia (NBPCA) has created a week of special events for the curious, novice and bonsai enthusiast. Throughout the week watch and learn from internationally recognised bonsai artists Marija Hajdic and Nik Rozman! There are guided tours of the collection, demonstrations, beginner workshops, talks - and the gala event - featuring a simultaneous demonstration by Marija Hajdic and Nik Rozman.

Year of Blooms - Art exhibition - Feb-March 2020

Year of Blooms, National Arboretum Canberra is an art project created by Canberra artist Valentyna Crane. The collection of original paintings capture the trees blooming not only during spring, but also through summer, autumn and even winter. Go on a journey through the seasons of the Arboretum. All works are for sale via The Curatoreum gift shop. Open from 15 February to 15 March 2010 from 10.00am to 4.00pm.

Canberra Bonsai Society Exhibition - 29 Feb-1 March 2020

The Canberra Bonsai Society and the Australian National Botanic Gardens are presenting this year's Exhibition of Australian Plants as Bonsai from Saturday 29 February to Sunday 1 March. Location: Crosbie Morrison Building, ANBG, Clunies Ross Street, Action. Hours: 9.30am - 4.00pm

Of interest at STEP - February 2020

Despite the fires and heat, there is still plenty of colour and beauty down at the STEP forest. These photos prove the point! Take a walk over and have a look on your next visit!

Development Application - Arboretum

A public information session will be held on Thursday 13 February 2020, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm at the National Capital Exhibition, Barrine Drive, Regatta Point, Commonwealth Park, to discuss National Capital Plan Draft Amendment 94 - National Arboretum Commercial Accommodation (DA94)

Carnivorous Plants Exhibition - The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Enter the captivating and bizarre world of carnivorous plants with the living exhibition Plants with Bite. Featuring 25,000 of the world's hungriest and creepiest plants this exhibit tells the story of how the iconic Venus flytrap, lobster pots, bladders and more, lure, trap, kill and digest insects. Marvel at the simplicity of these plants.

The Arboretum Book

Forests of the National Arboretum Canberra

This latest book about the National Arboretum Canberra and all its diverse forest species was launched in June 2014. Its 212 pages carry over 850 crisp photos—and this quality production was printed in Canberra, Australia! It details development of the project, ceremonial tree plantings, all the species in the Southern Tablelands Ecosystems Park (Forest 20), the bonsai pavilion, festivals, concerts, and a whole lot more.

This book makes an excellent gift, offering hours and hours of interest and pleasure. Treat yourself to a copy or treat a friend.

The Arboretum Book can be purchased through our online shop or at the Curatorium in the Village Centre.

Only $35 + postage

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2020 Calendar Xmas special

The National Arboretum Canberra 2020 calendar would make a great Christmas gift for your family and friends. 12 stunning photographs that capture the essence of our favourite arboretum.

By purchasing this calendar, you will be helping the Friends support enhancement, educational and research projects at the National Arboretum Canberra. A great souvenir or gift.

Available through our online shop or at the Curatorium gift shop in the Village Centre.

$18 including postage (Xmas special)

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Latest News

Bonsai Week - 23-29 March 2020

Year of Blooms - Art exhibition - Feb-March 2020

Canberra Bonsai Society Exhibition - 29 Feb-1 March 2020

Of interest at STEP - February 2020

Development Application - Arboretum

Carnivorous Plants Exhibition - The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

The Arboretum Book

Only $35 + postage

2020 Calendar Xmas special

$18 including postage (Xmas special)

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