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| Library, Art & ArchivesKew's extensive library is one of the most important botanical reference sources in the world. Library, Art & Archives contains more than half a million items, including books, botanical illustrations, photographs, letters and manuscripts, periodicals, biographies and maps. During the 150 years of the library's history, material has been acquired by gift, purchase and exchange. Over 90 languages are represented, making the library a global resource for plant science, research and conservation. Library catalogue unavailable - Please note that the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew library catalogue will be unavailable on Tuesday 25th November 2008 due to essential maintenance work. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. You may find it helpful to know that Kew's library catalogue can also be searched via the Copac Union Catalogue and that this service will be available on this date. Christmas and New Year Period - Please note that the Library, Art & Archives will be closed to visitors between 24 December 2008 and 2 January 2009 inclusive. E-mail enquiries will continue to be dealt with during this period but we are unable to take telephone enquiries. During this closed period we will be carrying out works necessary for our move into the new Herbarium, Library, Art & Archives Extension in mid-2009. We apologise for any inconvenience this closure may cause.
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