Kew videos - History and Heritage

Kew is one of the world's most famous botanic gardens, with a rich heritage that stretches back over 250 years. Find out more about what makes it so special.

History of the Palm House at Kew Gardens

Kew's Curator, Nigel Taylor, explores the history of the iconic Palm House – one of the most important surviving Victorian iron and glass structures in the world.

History of the Herbarium at Kew

Kew Curator Nigel Taylor explores the history of the iconic Herbarium.

History of the Pagoda at Kew Gardens

Kew Curator Nigel Taylor explores the history of the iconic Pagoda.

From the archive - Kew's World Garden (1941)

This wonderful film was recently found in the British Council archives. Made in 1941, the film explores Kew Gardens and the work taking place at the time. The camera takes you behind the scenes at Kew in the 1940s and glorious Technicolor shows off the beauty of flowers and their surroundings.

Discovering Kew's World Garden (1941)

Kew archivist Michele Losse talks about the discovery of Kew's World Garden in the British Council archive. Made in 1941, the film explores Kew Gardens and the work taking place at the time.