Friends of Geelong Botanic Gardens

Welcome to the Friends of Geelong Botanic Gardens Website

At the entrance of the 19th century gardens visitors are greeted by playful sculptures of the first curator Daniel Bunce and lady friend

Founded in 1985 the Friends are a volunteer support group working in partnership with the Geelong Botanic Gardens. The Association is semi autonomous and self funding. The Friends have established a sound financial base and all funds raised are returned to specific Geelong Botanic Gardens projects.

There are over 500 members and approximately 140 are directly involved in a wide range of activities. The Friends activities involve:

We hope you will browse the many activities on our website and feel that joining the Friends of Geelong Botanic Gardens is for you!