Library and Archives

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Curious about the natural world? Then you're in the right place.

The Library and Archives has been developing its unparalleled collection of natural history literature, artwork and information resources since 1881.

Museum scientists and visitors can use the search engine to find specific articles and journals, or simply explore our collection pages to discover the treasures of the Library and Archives.

Library and Archives staff will be conducting collections management work during the below dates and therefore will be closed to external enquiries and appointments:

2019
- 22-26 Apr 2019
- 20-24 May 2019
- 17-21 Jun 2019
- 15-19 July 2019
- 19-23 Aug 2019
- 16-20 Sep 2019
- 21-25 Oct 2019
- 25-29 Nov 2019
- 16-20 Dec 2019
2020
- 20-24 Jan 2020
- 24-28 Feb 2020
- 16-20 Mar 2020