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John Ray and Natural History

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John Ray Mural

The distinguished natural historian John Ray (1628-1705) was born in Black Notley, Essex, and produced a highly influential legacy in the study of the natural world. At Braintree District Museum visitors will find a gallery dedicated to Ray's life. The Museum holds a small collection of material including his three volume 'Historia Plantarum' (1685) and 'Wisdom of God'.

For further information about John Ray, please download our PDF Information Sheet:

PDF Information Sheet - 'John Ray'

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