Evolutionary Biology: Before Darwin

Scientific voyages in the era of ailing ships contributed to our knowledge of life forms and geology. This onlind exhibition includes Darwin's famous trip aboard the Beagle.

An exhibition of the works of natural history that preceded and informaed Charles Darwin during the 4 centuries preceding his publication of "The Origin of Species".

"This collection features complete works on the pursuit of knowledge regarding natural objects from the 17th to the early 20th century. Topics covered include zoology, botany, geology and associated fields. Items within the collection reflect the inspiration towards exploration; the desire to identify, name, and catalog hitherto unknown flora, fauna, and minerals; and related works."

"Building on the exhibition, The Grandeur of Life: A Celebration of Charles Darwin and the Origin of Species, this collection of images contains selected illustrations of animals, plants, and fossils, drawn from books and journals published between 1485 and 1870. Many of these are among the most impressive and attractive natural illustrations ever printed. Authors and artists include John James Audubon, John Gould, Conrad Gesner, Gilbert White, Georges Cuvier, Alfred Russel Wallace, Edward Lear, Thomas Pennant, and, of course, Charles Darwin, along with scores of others."