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The Library and Archives at the Royal Society’s offices in London are now closed until early 2022.

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History of science blog

The Royal Society’s history of science blogposts feature updates and insights from the collections team and guests.

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Latest blog posts

Gems in the archives

Royal Society Lisa Jardine Grant recipient Claire Conklin Sabel hunts for 'Rich & precious Stones' in the Society's collections.

Christmas trees

Keith Moore takes a look at the origins of a festive tradition, as well as scientific studies of trees by Royal Society Fellows John Evelyn and Henry…

Objectivity videos

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