HIS SOCIETY has for its object the diffusion of the science I 
of Natural History, by means of papers, discussions, 
exhibitions, and the formation of collections for reference. 
Since its commencement in 1858, a valuable and useful Library 
has been formed, which comprises, amongst other works, sets of the 
“Zoologist” (1848—1897), “Entomologist” (Vols. 1—41), “Ento¬ 
mologist’s Monthly Magazine” (Yols. 1—48), and the “Ento¬ 
mologist’s Record and Journal of Variation” (Yols 1—19). There 
is also a collection of British Lepidoptera, and collections of other 
orders are now in course of formation. 
The meetings take place on the first and third Tuesdays in 
each month, except July and August, from 7.30 to 9.30 p.m., at 
the London Institution, Finsbury Circus, E.C., which is easily 
accessible from all parts. Exhibits are made at every meeting, 
and papers read on various Natural History Subjects, a special 
feature being the systematic discussion and exhibition of interesting 
groups of insects, etc. 
The Entrance Fee is Two Shillings and Sixpence, and the 
Annual Subscription Seven Shillings and Sixpence, payable in 
advance, being fixed at as moderate a sum as is possible, consistent 
with the proper maintenance of the Society and its work, in order 
that all may avail themselves of the benefits offered. The Society 
therefore looks with confidence for the support of all who are 
interested in the study of Natural History. 
The year commences on the first Tuesday in December, but 
intending members may join at any time, the ballot being taken at 
the next ordinary meeting after that on which they are proposed. 
Further information may be obtained from the corresponding 
Secretary. 
