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ArchivesThe Archives contain the official records of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and the papers of many botanists, gardeners and other individuals. They form a valuable resource on the history of the discovery, study, transfer and use of the world's plants and fungi. There are over 7 million sheets of paper in 4,600 archival collections. Library, Art & Archives is the approved place of deposit for official records under Public Records legislation, and records are available for consultation once they are 30 years old. Please note that the Library, Art & Archives will be closed from Monday 1 to Friday 5 September inclusive. We will not be able to accept visitors or deal with enquiries during this time. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Further information for visitors to the Archives during September 2008 Due to staff absences during September, there will be reduced access to the Archives then. So that the staff can plan ahead, if you are considering making an appointment to visit during September, please could you contact the Archives by the end of Friday 5 September. Any requests made after this date will be deferred until 25 September. We apologise for any inconvenience this will cause and ask for your understanding. Thank you. Using the Archives - contacting us, visiting us, ordering copies and photographs Archive collections - general summary, finding aids, new accessions Sources for the history of Kew - the Kewensia collection, bibliography, sources elsewhere Frequently asked questions - family history enquiries, garden history enquiries | ||