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The Royal Society Collections Catalogues


Search the catalogues of the Royal Society for printed or archival material and biographical records of past Fellows.

Find tips on searching in our guide how do I search the catalogue?

For more in-depth information on our picture and object collection use our picture library.

The Philosophical Transactions, the scientific periodical of the Royal Society since 1665, is also available online.

The library and archive are open to the public. To plan your visit please refer to our information for visitors.

Collection highlights

Browse the records of some of our collections, which cover all branches of science and date from the 12th century onwards. These include the published works of Fellows of the Royal Society, personal papers of eminent scientists, letters and manuscripts sent to the Society or presented at meetings, and administrative records documenting the Society's activities since our foundation in 1660.

Papers of Howard Florey
Papers of Howard Florey
Campi Phlegraei
Campi Phlegraei
Papers of Elsie Widdowson and Robert McCance
Papers of Elsie Widdowson and Robert McCance
Botanical paintings by Jacob van Huysum and William Sartorius
Botanical paintings by Jacob van Huysum and William Sartorius
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