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Botanical illustration of fern fronds.
10 Sep

Botanical Art: Science, Specimens and Stories Talk

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Botanical illustration has long played a vital role in the study and communication of plant diversity. This talk explores the enduring relationship between botanical art and botanical science through a selection of illustrations and specimens from the State Botanical Collection.

Along the way, it uncovers the stories of the artists, botanists and collectors whose work has contributed to our understanding of the world's flora, revealing the rich scientific and cultural history preserved within the Collection.

Refreshments from 5.15pm.

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Date Times
Thu 10 Sep
  • 5.30pm - 6.30pm 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Location

Mueller Hall - Entry via Oak Lawn Gate
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
Melbourne
Victoria 3004

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From $20 to $30

Adult / general $30
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  • telephone number: 03 9650 6398
  • email address: friends@frbgmelb.org.au
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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future. For more information, visit Aboriginal Melbourne.

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