Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Our campaign is endorsed by Professor Paul Smith, Professor of Natural History and Director, Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Eliza Howlett, Head of Earth Collections and Emily Chen, Museum Archivist.

From an archival perspective I think these notebooks are not only key to understanding the context in which Lyell accomplished his remarkable achievements but directly shed light on his scientific collections, research and collaborations in a way that continues to benefit researchers today. It would be a great shame to lose them.

Oxford University Museum of Natural History (external link)