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Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna: Exhibitions

Explore what's currently on display at this scientific garden in Vienna.

The Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna frequently hosts exhibitions that explore various plant topics. These displays often highlight specific plant groups, ecological themes, or aspects of its scientific research and living collections. Always check the official website for the most current exhibition schedule and details before planning your visit.

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Explore featured exhibitions at Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna, including priority recommendations and high-interest shows to add to your visit plan in Vienna.
Bamboo Footbridge: Discover the Unique Student-Designed Installation at Vienna's Botanical Garden
Permanent exhibition

Bamboo Footbridge: Discover the Unique Student-Designed Installation at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Immersive nature walk offering close-up views of a historic bamboo grove.

Walk above a rare bamboo grove on this unique footbridge designed by university students. It provides an intimate exploration of the Phyllostachys viridiglaucescens while ensuring the protection of its extensive root network. This innovative landscape feature blends seamlessly with nature.

Bamboo Footbridge
Discover Vienna's #VielfaltistLeben Selfie Wall: An Interactive Plant Diversity Exhibition

Discover Vienna's #VielfaltistLeben Selfie Wall: An Interactive Plant Diversity Exhibition

Engaging art highlights native flora and biodiversity conservation in Vienna.

Explore the #VielfaltistLeben Selfie Wall, an exhibition by Monika Ernst, at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna. See captivating illustrations of native plant characters and understand their critical role in our ecosystem. This exhibit promotes appreciation for endangered species and conservation.

Selfie Wall Exhibition
Plant Sounds Exhibition: Acoustic Exploration at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Plant Sounds Exhibition: Acoustic Exploration at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Experience plant life processes transformed into unique sound art.

Dive into the world of 'Plant Sounds' with installations that interpret the unseen biology of flora. Collaborating artists and biologists created imaginative auditory experiences for garden visitors, turning scientific concepts into captivating art forms.

Plant Sounds Exhibition
PalArt for PalDat: Pollen-Inspired Art Exhibition at Botanical Garden Vienna

PalArt for PalDat: Pollen-Inspired Art Exhibition at Botanical Garden Vienna

Art by scientists supporting the PalDat pollen research database.

Discover "PalArt for PalDat," an exhibition showcasing artworks by scientists from the University of Vienna. These unique creations, inspired by pollen research, directly support the PalDat database with all sales proceeds.

PalArt Exhibition
Botanical Illustration: Exploring Plant Science and Art at Vienna's University Garden

Botanical Illustration: Exploring Plant Science and Art at Vienna's University Garden

A historical practice showcasing detailed plant depictions for scientific insight.

Delve into the fascinating world of botanical illustration, a centuries-old tradition at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna. Discover how artists meticulously capture the essence of plants, blending scientific accuracy with aesthetic quality to create invaluable documentation.

Botanical Illustration
Discover Erdbank: Armin Muhamedagić's Ecological Clay Art Installation in Vienna

Discover Erdbank: Armin Muhamedagić's Ecological Clay Art Installation in Vienna

A unique seating sculpture celebrating earth construction and natural decomposition.

Delve into 'Erdbank,' a significant work by Armin Muhamedagić. This substantial clay installation embodies both a place of rest and a profound ecological message. Learn how it connects ancient building methods with contemporary environmental awareness, designed to naturally integrate back into the landscape.

Erdbank Installation
Watercolor illustration of an art installation in a glasshouse, featuring framed photographs on a wooden table surrounded by lush plants, representing the exhibition 'Die Entfernung' by Hiroshi Takizawa.
From Mar 16, 2025

Die Entfernung: Photographic Installation by Hiroshi Takizawa in Vienna

Explore light, shadow, and botanical art at the glasshouse exhibition.

Discover Hiroshi Takizawa's 'Die Entfernung,' an installation of photographic image objects within the Botanical Garden's glasshouse. Witness how light, shadow, and plant life interact in this site-specific artwork, inviting contemplation.

Die Entfernung Exhibition
A watercolor illustration of a chamber music ensemble performing in a lush garden with purple flowers and greenery, representing the Gartenklänge event series.
From May 25, 2024

Gartenklänge: Unique Guided Garden Tours with Chamber Music in Vienna

Classical music performances meet botanical discovery in an outdoor setting.

Immerse yourself in the 'Gartenklänge' series at the Botanical Garden. This event combines enchanting chamber music concerts with insightful guided tours, creating a harmonious blend of nature, history, and art. Discover botanical collections alongside beautiful melodies.

Gartenklänge Concerts
Current and ongoing exhibitions
What you can see right now at Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna
Browse ongoing exhibitions currently available at Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna, including active installations and permanent displays open to visitors in Vienna.
Bamboo Footbridge: Discover the Unique Student-Designed Installation at Vienna's Botanical Garden
Permanent exhibition

Bamboo Footbridge: Discover the Unique Student-Designed Installation at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Immersive nature walk offering close-up views of a historic bamboo grove.

Walk above a rare bamboo grove on this unique footbridge designed by university students. It provides an intimate exploration of the Phyllostachys viridiglaucescens while ensuring the protection of its extensive root network. This innovative landscape feature blends seamlessly with nature.

Bamboo Footbridge
Discover Vienna's #VielfaltistLeben Selfie Wall: An Interactive Plant Diversity Exhibition

Discover Vienna's #VielfaltistLeben Selfie Wall: An Interactive Plant Diversity Exhibition

Engaging art highlights native flora and biodiversity conservation in Vienna.

Explore the #VielfaltistLeben Selfie Wall, an exhibition by Monika Ernst, at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna. See captivating illustrations of native plant characters and understand their critical role in our ecosystem. This exhibit promotes appreciation for endangered species and conservation.

Selfie Wall Exhibition
Plant Sounds Exhibition: Acoustic Exploration at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Plant Sounds Exhibition: Acoustic Exploration at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Experience plant life processes transformed into unique sound art.

Dive into the world of 'Plant Sounds' with installations that interpret the unseen biology of flora. Collaborating artists and biologists created imaginative auditory experiences for garden visitors, turning scientific concepts into captivating art forms.

Plant Sounds Exhibition
PalArt for PalDat: Pollen-Inspired Art Exhibition at Botanical Garden Vienna

PalArt for PalDat: Pollen-Inspired Art Exhibition at Botanical Garden Vienna

Art by scientists supporting the PalDat pollen research database.

Discover "PalArt for PalDat," an exhibition showcasing artworks by scientists from the University of Vienna. These unique creations, inspired by pollen research, directly support the PalDat database with all sales proceeds.

PalArt Exhibition
Botanical Illustration: Exploring Plant Science and Art at Vienna's University Garden

Botanical Illustration: Exploring Plant Science and Art at Vienna's University Garden

A historical practice showcasing detailed plant depictions for scientific insight.

Delve into the fascinating world of botanical illustration, a centuries-old tradition at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna. Discover how artists meticulously capture the essence of plants, blending scientific accuracy with aesthetic quality to create invaluable documentation.

Botanical Illustration
Discover Erdbank: Armin Muhamedagić's Ecological Clay Art Installation in Vienna

Discover Erdbank: Armin Muhamedagić's Ecological Clay Art Installation in Vienna

A unique seating sculpture celebrating earth construction and natural decomposition.

Delve into 'Erdbank,' a significant work by Armin Muhamedagić. This substantial clay installation embodies both a place of rest and a profound ecological message. Learn how it connects ancient building methods with contemporary environmental awareness, designed to naturally integrate back into the landscape.

Erdbank Installation
Watercolor illustration of an art installation in a glasshouse, featuring framed photographs on a wooden table surrounded by lush plants, representing the exhibition 'Die Entfernung' by Hiroshi Takizawa.
From Mar 16, 2025

Die Entfernung: Photographic Installation by Hiroshi Takizawa in Vienna

Explore light, shadow, and botanical art at the glasshouse exhibition.

Discover Hiroshi Takizawa's 'Die Entfernung,' an installation of photographic image objects within the Botanical Garden's glasshouse. Witness how light, shadow, and plant life interact in this site-specific artwork, inviting contemplation.

Die Entfernung Exhibition
A watercolor illustration of a chamber music ensemble performing in a lush garden with purple flowers and greenery, representing the Gartenklänge event series.
From May 25, 2024

Gartenklänge: Unique Guided Garden Tours with Chamber Music in Vienna

Classical music performances meet botanical discovery in an outdoor setting.

Immerse yourself in the 'Gartenklänge' series at the Botanical Garden. This event combines enchanting chamber music concerts with insightful guided tours, creating a harmonious blend of nature, history, and art. Discover botanical collections alongside beautiful melodies.

Gartenklänge Concerts
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Recently completed shows at Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna
Review past exhibitions from Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna to understand previous themes, curatorial direction, and the museum’s recent program history in Vienna.
Watercolor artwork of colorful pollen grains with a greenhouse structure in the background, part of the 20 Jahre PalArt exhibition at the Botanical Garden Vienna.
Jul 4, 2026 – Aug 31, 2026

20 Jahre PalArt Exhibition: Botanical Art Sale, University of Vienna

Proceeds from artwork sales directly fund the PalDat pollen database.

This exhibition showcases diverse botanical artworks created by University of Vienna department members. It's a unique opportunity to acquire art while contributing to PalDat, the leading global pollen database.

Exhibition Details
Wild Diversity in the Garden Exhibition in Vienna
Jun 17, 2026 – Sep 28, 2026

Wild Diversity in the Garden Exhibition in Vienna

Explore the hidden life of botanical and private gardens.

See seventeen display panels along the main avenue highlighting unseen ecological networks. Learn about various organism groups and find actionable advice to help promote wildlife diversity in your own green space.

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A watercolor illustration of diverse plants including orchids, cacti, and wildflowers in purple and lavender hues, representing the Rare Plants Fair at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna.
Apr 17, 2026 – Apr 19, 2026

Explore the Rare Plants Fair at the Botanical Garden University of Vienna

Discover unique flora and expert gardening insights annually.

Find extraordinary plants, from wildflowers to orchids, at this special market event. Engage with expert suppliers and enjoy family-friendly botanical education.

Rare Plants Fair
An illustrated view of an indoor exhibition featuring large floral artworks and informational panels about endangered Austrian plant species, set within a botanical garden environment.
Oct 27, 2025 – Apr 1, 2026

Endangered Plants of Austria Photo Exhibition at Botanical Garden Vienna

See large-format photos and plant profiles on biodiversity conservation.

Discover 17 large-format photographs illustrating Austria's endangered plant species within the Botanical Garden. Learn about vital conservation efforts and explore over 30 detailed plant profiles integrated throughout the garden grounds.

Endangered Plants Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of a botanical garden greenhouse with large glass vitrines displaying artistically treated purple and green leaves, part of the 'Sleeping Leaves' contemporary art exhibition.
Jun 18, 2025 – Aug 31, 2025

Discover the "Sleeping Leaves" Exhibition: Art and Climate Themes at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Featuring unique artistic interventions by Angela Andorrer and Ruth Cerha.

This exhibition explores the profound symbolism of leaves and addresses climate change themes. Angela Andorrer's art transforms leaves while Ruth Cerha's fairy tale offers new perspectives. Visitors can experience art, nature, and myth inspiring future visions.

Sleeping Leaves Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of visitors at an outdoor event at the University of Vienna's Botanical Garden, featuring interactive stations and diverse plant displays during the Tage der Artenvielfalt (Days of Biodiversity) event.
May 22, 2025 – Sep 7, 2025

Tage der Artenvielfalt: Discover Biodiversity at Vienna's Botanical Garden

Interactive activities and tours focused on plant conservation in Austria.

Explore the 'Days of Biodiversity' event at the University of Vienna's Botanical Garden. Visitors can learn about endangered plant species through hands-on stations, engaging quizzes, and informative guided tours. This family-friendly initiative focuses on protecting local flora and is free to attend.

Days of Biodiversity
A watercolor illustration of a photography exhibition titled 'MOVING PICTURES' in a botanical garden, featuring two panels: 'THE WILD' showing elephants and tigers in a natural habitat, and 'THE IMPACT' depicting deforestation with an excavator, with a sign reading 'CONSERVATION & CONSEQUENCE'.
Mar 21, 2025 – Oct 21, 2025

Discover MOVING PICTURES: A Wildlife Photography Exhibition in Vienna

Highlighting species extinction through stunning international wildlife photography.

This international photo exhibition critically explores species extinction and the human-animal relationship. See powerful images contrasting the natural beauty of wildlife with environmental destruction. It’s a compelling look at urgent conservation topics.

Moving Pictures Exhibition
Watercolor illustration of purple mushrooms in a greenhouse setting with educational panels, representing the Wiener Schwammerltage 2024 exhibition at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna.
Sep 28, 2024 – Sep 29, 2024

Explore Wiener Schwammerltage 2024: A Mushroom Diversity Exhibition at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna

Learn about local fungi identification and diverse species showcased in Vienna.

This exhibition, held at the Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna, presented a wide range of local mushrooms. Visitors could engage with expert mycologists for identification and view up to 200 different fungal species and models, enhancing their knowledge of nature's fascinating organisms.

Mushroom Exhibition
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