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Plant Collectors: Exploration and Empire
Saturday 7 November 2026, 14:00 to Saturday 28 November 2026, National Botanic Gardens of Ireland
Examining the life and work of the various plant collectors and botanists who contributed to our collections
Themed Tour
Examining the life and work of the various plant collectors and botanists who contributed to our collections, placing their development in context. Uncover the unsung histories hidden in the Gardens, from personal, human stories to the global implications of scientific discovery and colonial legacies.
Every Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th and Saturday 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th in November
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