​Aboriginal Native Plant and Social History Tour (9.30 – 11 am)

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Start the day with a leisurely walk around the Botanic Gardens to learn about Aboriginal bush foods and plant uses. Find out about:

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• Various other food gathering practices.

• How implements and tools are made.

• Where to find bush medicines.

• Social history of the area  

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Morning tea within the beautiful surrounds of the Botanic Gardens.

Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute or Alternative destination (11:30-12:50 pm). 

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Then a short walk to Tandanya NACI for:

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• A walk through the Aboriginal Art Gallery.

• Visit the retail shop with a large range of Aboriginal artifacts, artwork, books, and gifts.

Lunch in Adelaide (1:00-2:00 pm)

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Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery – South Australian Museum (2:15- 4:00 pm)

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After lunch take a short walk to see the ‘Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery’ at the South Australian Museum: The Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery showcases the largest collection of Australian Aboriginal antiquities and archival material in the world.

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• Over 3,000 items on display in an accessible, interactive setting.

• Listen to and experience the history of the world’s oldest continuously living cultures in an engaging, contemporary context.

• Your guide will share social history and cultural information as well as personal stories.

Tour Commencement Point:  Adelaide Botanic Gardens – “Friends Gate” (back entrance: enter from Plane Tree Drive)

Tour End Point: South Australian Museum – Front Entrance, North Terrace, Adelaide

Cost Includes:  Aboriginal Guide, Cultural interpretations and knowledge