Memorials, named buildings and plaques
in the Gardens

Although the ANBG has had a relatively short history, there are a number of memorials, commemorative building names and plaques on the site.

Banks sculpture – to honour Joseph Banks in 1988
Banks Building – once known as 'The Banksia Centre', honours Joseph Banks
Boden Plaque – to honour Robert Boden's contribution
Burbidge Memorial Amphitheatre – in memory of Dr Nancy Burbidge
Barnard Plaque – a botanist with early links to the Gardens' establishment
Chifley Plaque – first tree planting ceremony
Dot Fitzpatrick Plaque – Executive Assistant to the Director of National Parks
George Chippendale Plaque – Botanist, Herbarium Curator, Author
Crosbie Morrison Building – honours Philip Crosbie Morrison
Dickson Room – Dr B.T. Dickson recommended the Gardens establishment
Ducrou Pavilion – a generous bequest to Australian National Parks
Franklin Building – honours the science input of the Franklins in Tasmania
Gorton Opening Plaque – official opening of the Gardens
Nursery Plaque – for official opening of new Production Nursery
Pryor Plaque – honours Lindsay Pryor's role in our establishment
Red Centre Garden Plaque – placed at the official opening of the Red Centre Garden
Rowan Building – honours a distinguished flower painter
Prince and Princess of Wales Plaque – opening of Information Centre
Friends' Sundial – an early Friends donation
Wallner Seat – designed by David Appel
Wrigley Plaque – to honour John Wrigley's contribution