History and Information
Founded as 'The Microscopical Society of London' in September 1839 and renamed the Royal Microscopical Society in 1866, when the Society received its Royal Charter. At its Foundation in 1839, the Society ordered the best microscopes then obtainable from the three leading makers, Powell & Lealand, Ross, and Smith. Founding members included the botanist Richard Kippist.
The Society is incorporated by Royal Charter. Its governing documents are its Charter and By-laws.
The Royal Microscopical Society is a registered charity, number 241990.
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