Directions for Making Collections in Natural History
Directions for making collections in natural history : prepared for the National Institution for the Promotion of Science
This slim pamphlet, prepared for a short-lived organization that preceded the founding of the Smithsonian Institution, is one of a numerous collection of early instructions for collecting specimens of plants and animals. These publications reflect the growing recognition of the importance of proper preservation techniques and record-keeping for natural history collections as private collections evolved into public museums through the 19th century.
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Adoption Type: Preserve for the Future
