Galton Collection

Overview

UCL's Galton Collection comprises the scientific instruments, papers, and personal memorabilia of Sir Francis Galton F.R.S. (1822-1911). The collection has around 500 objects and it is housed in College's Department of Biology. It is a popular resource for researchers, for schools, and also for members of the public with an interest in the history of science.

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Gower Street, University College London, London, WC1E 6BT

Galton Collection is in Bloomsbury, Central London
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+44 (0)20 7679 2000

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Galton Collection

Address
Gower Street
University College London
London
WC1E 6BT
Telephone:
+44 (0)20 7679 2000

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