The National Herbarium at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin contains more than half a million dried and preserved plant and fungi specimens from Ireland and around the world. The Herbarium also houses the Economic Botany collection which comprises plant specimens, such as bark, fruits, leaves, fibres, tubers, as well as plant-derived products and artefacts. These scientifically valuable and historically important collections, dating from centuries past to the present day, contain a wealth of information on plants and the world around us.

To celebrate Biodiversity Week, come visit us on this tour behind the scenes to see some of the highlights of these unique and irreplaceable collections, learn about the ways that herbarium specimens are used, including their role in research on the global challenges we face in terms of biodiversity loss and climate change, and find out more about the on-going work at the National Herbarium.

It is advised that you wear a mask or face covering while inside the Herbarium building. By booking a tour, you affirm that, to the best of your knowledge, all members of your party have no symptoms of COVID-19.

Tours will take place with a minimum of 2 people.

Children under 12 go free.

Unable to Attend? Please Cancel

If you make a booking and find yourself unable to attend do please let us know

• by cancelling your reservation here on Eventbrite - or

• by phoning us during opening hours at (01) 804 0319 or (01) 857 0909.

You'll free a space for someone else to attend.

Where to Meet

Meet at the sign in front of the Visitor Centre, outside the Café. Your guide, wearing an identifiable name badge, will meet you there.