Kew into the 21st century
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew entered the 21st century as an organisation
with a proud heritage. The global conservation ethic continues in
the work of its staff, both at home and abroad; and the essential
conservation of its home assets has continued to gain momentum.
The first few years of the 21st century saw the Garden’s
heritage assets enhanced and promoted through a variety of means,
including:
• The high profile restorations of the Broad Walk, the Orangery
and the Nash Conservatory
• The excavation of part of the site of the White House by
Channel 4’s Time Team
• The publication of the World Heritage Site Management Plan
and Site Conservation Plan
• The nomination of the Gardens as a World Heritage Site,
in January 2002
Less high profile, but as crucial to Kew's ongoing sustainability,
is the continued 'behind-the-scenes' work of Kew's dedicated staff,
who, together, ensure that Kew and its assets are handed down for
future generations to enjoy.
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