Science Insider: Orchids Up Close

Science Insider: Orchids Up Close

21, 23, 24 & 29 September 2026 🌸

This much-loved science experience is packed with inspiring conservation stories and offers rare, behind-the-scenes access to the orchid glasshouse.

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Event information

The sold-out 'Orchids Up Close' is returning for a limited time only. 

Join the Kings Park Science team to discover what it truly takes to protect Western Australia’s most vulnerable plants. Get up close with our ex-situ living collections and discover the science help safeguard WA's bushland jewels.

Tour duration: 1 - 1.5 hours.

Available dates above with limited availability. Book ahead to ensure you don't miss out!

Bookings required, details coming soon.

Part of the Everlasting Festival 🌸

Event information

Event Organiser

Kings Park Science

Price

  • $29

Transport

Location

Biodiversity Conservation Centre, Kings Park

Meeting Location

Old Tea Pavillion, Kings Park

What's on?

Future events
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