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Library treasuresMore than three centuries of exploration, scientific research and social history Significance of the Library CollectionOur Library collection began with the purchase of 26 botanical & horticultural works in 1852 by Director, Charles Moore. He had originally requested funding from the Colonial Secretary for both a library and a small boat, but was only granted money for the former. The Library now has two branch libraries and numerous working collections. Today, together with a rich collection of books - some from the 16th century - journals, maps, photographs, botanical illustrations, artworks manuscripts and archives, it is Australia’s primary resource for Australian botanical, taxonomic, conservation and horticultural publications. The Trust’s collection of 1.2 million preserved plants in the National Herbarium of New South Wales, and the 156-year-old library collection of books, journals, photographs and artwork are a key resource for botanists and natural resource managers the world over. These resources are complemented by the NSW Seedbank at Mount Annan Botanic Garden and by our living collections contained in our three wonderful botanic gardens. Our vision is a virtual library, abuzz with people accessing electronic journals and databases, linking effortlessly to images from Curtis’ Botanical Magazine from the 18th century, or perhaps the gorgeous prints from Banks’ Florilegium. Some of these works are unique and our Library is the only place you can see a particular edition or early image of colonial Australia. Donations will fund vital conservation and preservation work, as well as digitisation of rare works and cataloguing of the entire collection. Key FeaturesThe Library Treasures are presented in 6 stories:
UsersUsers will be world-wide on-line and local. Benefactors are valued and recognisedBenefactors will be recognised on signage in Foundation listings and publications such as the Honour Board, Annual Report, Trust website and other documentation. Benefactors will be invited to annual Library collection talk, to Foundation and Trust events and special behind the scene tours and talks. PhilanthropyWe are seeking $1.2 million in total. All donations are appreciated and benefactors will be acknowledged at the appropriation Foundation Fellowship or Supporter levels. |
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