'The cultivation of the Science of Natural History in all its branches'
The Linnean Society of London is the world’s oldest active biological society. Founded in 1788, the Society takes its name from the Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus (1707–1778) whose botanical, zoological and library collections have been in its keeping since 1829. As it moves into its third century the Society continues to play a central role in the documentation of the world’s flora and fauna – as Linnaeus himself did – recognising the continuing importance of such work to biodiversity conservation.
A Forum for Natural History
The Society uniquely embraces the entire sweep of natural history. It promotes the study of all aspects of the biological sciences, with particular emphasis on evolution, taxonomy, biodiversity and sustainability. It encourages and communicates scientific advances in these and associated fields through its three world-class journals, special publications, meetings and website. At the same time, the Society reaches out to future biologists through schools and educational programmes.
The Linnean Society is located in Burlington House, Piccadilly. Meetings and lectures are open to the public, please take a look at their schedule. There is also a small shop.
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