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Children's birthday parties at the Arboretum: Kite making or Forest Adventure! We will email you more detailed information once you have booked your party Kite Party Children have fun decorating, asse...

Bring your family and ride around the National Arboretum with a cycling instructor and learn techniques that will help you and your family on your pedaling journey. A fun activity to explore the groun...

Bike riding is a pastime for many of us! Learn with your children under the guidance of Pedal Power bike enthusiasts on how to look after and maintain your bike. This workshop will cover how to change...

Learn more about the threatened and endangered species at the National Arboretum.

Children's birthday parties at the Arboretum: Kite making or Forest Adventure! We will email you more detailed information once you have booked your party Kite Party Children have fun decorating, asse...

Master Kunio Kobayashi from Japan is regarded as one of the best bonsai artists in the world. He is a four-time recipient of the prestigious Prime Ministers award and has worked on 16 Kokufu-ten prize...

Push the boundaries of traditional bonsai techniques with Ryan Neil, balancing horticulture with design aesthetics. With only eight spots available, you will have to be quick to secure your spot for t...

Friday 30 August 2019 Morning Pass: 9am-12:00pmWorld Bonsai Masters 2019: Take this opportunity to watch World Bonsai Masters, Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil, at work as they guide students to transfor...

Friday 30 August 2019 Afternoon Pass: 1pm-4:00pmWorld Bonsai Masters 2019: Take this opportunity to watch World Bonsai Masters, Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil, at work as they guide students to transfo...

Be captivated by international bonsai master artists, Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil as they share their philosophy on the art and science of bonsai. You will have the opportunity to engage with the ar...

An unforgettable evening with international bonsai master artists, Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil. Watch the magic unfold as Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil simultaneously transform stock trees using the...

Sunday 1 September 2019 Morning Pass: 9:00am-12:00pmWorld Bonsai Masters 2019: Take this opportunity to watch World Bonsai Masters, Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil, at work as guide students to transfor...

Children's birthday parties at the Arboretum: Kite making or Forest Adventure! We will email you more detailed information once you have booked your party Kite Party Children have fun decorating, asse...

World Bonsai Masters 2019: Take this opportunity to watch World Bonsai Masters, Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil, at work as guide students to transform bonsai. Witness the styles and techniques of both ...

Due to the overwhelming response from the bonsai community, we have secured the artists for another day and are delighted to offer a new exclusive masterclass opportunity. An exclusive one day worksho...

This four week beginner bonsai course covers the essentials for creating, styling and maintaining bonsai.By the end of the course, students will have taken home four potted bonsai and be confident in ...