Friends of the Botanic Gardens
Image by Anna Lester
Image by Anna Lester
The Friends of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide (FBGA) is a non-profit organisation established in 1977,
to foster interest in the activities of the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide and raise funds for the benefit of the Gardens.
The FBGA is a volunteer organisation which supports the Botanic Gardens of South Australia, comprising Adelaide, Mt Lofty & Wittunga BGs.
FBGA always welcomes new members.
General Meetings are held four times a year, as well as 2 'Twilight Talks" with speakers on interesting Garden topics.
The Friends have contributed to the Gardens in many projects.
The Gwen Thomas Scholarship Award.is awarded.to selected Garden Staff.
Visit the
Friends Gift Shop, Open 7 days a week, 10am - 3pm
at North Lodge
on Plane Tree Drive, off Hackney Road
a retail Outlet. that supports local SA suppliers and artists,
and the work of the Friends in supporting the Botanic Gardens.
The shop specialises in Botanical, Horticultural, Environmental Themed Giftware, Skincare products,
Books, Souvenirs, cards, posters, umbrellas, honey and much more.
Joining or Renewing with the Friends
Would like to pay by Bank Transfer or by credit card over the phone 8222 9367
DONATIONS ARE GREATLY ACCEPTED, tax deductible and support the work of the Friends with their work for the Botanic Gardens.
WHATS ON IN THE BOTANIC GARDENS
Plant Sales at Mt Lofty Botanic Garden, 4th Sundays March - November
Next Plant Sale Sunday 24 November 2024
Botanical Art Group Art Sale from the ABG Goodman building (side entrance), Hackney Road
on Saturday 23rd November from 12 to 4pm.
2025 Calendars, cards and artwork featuring original artwork from the Botanical Art Group members are available
from the Friends Gift Shop, in North Lodge, Plane Tree Drive.
