The Diplomatic Gardener

Richard Schomburgk: explorer and Botanic Garden Director

The Friends of the University of Adelaide Library invite you to a free public talk by Dr Pauline Payne on Thursday 10 April 2008 at 1.05pm

Venue: Ira Raymond Room, Barr Smith Library, University of Adelaide

Trained as a gardener in Germany, Richard Schomburgk survived explorations in British Guiana before emigrating to South Australia as the second director, 1865-1891, of the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. He was responsible for the iconic Moreton Bay Fig Walk, the first Victoria Lily House, the old Palm House and the Museum of Economic Botany, and the planting of Botanic Park.

Pauline Payne will speak about Schomburgk and the research for her recently launched book, which will be on sale at the event. Relevant Barr Smith Special Collections materials will be on display.

Bookings by Tuesday 8 April to:
Email: robina.weir@adelaide.edu.au
Telephone: 8303 4064

Admission is free and open to the public.

Seating is limited.

Paul Wilkins
Deputy University Librarian
Barr Smith Library