The Historical Microscopical Society of Canada was founded in 1989 by Fritz Schulze to bring together persons interested in all aspects of practical and historical microscopy, collectors of instruments and books, and amateur microscopists.
For 14 years it served its members in Canada, the United States, and abroad. Its means of communication was the HMSC Bulletin which was issued 4-5 times per year and dealt with a variety of subjects related to microscopy and optical instruments in general.
As of January 1, 2004, the HMSC has merged with the American Microscope Historical Society.
The MHS is an international group of people with a common interest in the history of the microscope as a scientific instrument, an object of beauty, and a collectable. We welcome to the MHS all individuals interested in the microscope or its applications, past and present. We foster the exchange of historical and technical information among members.
The MHS was founded in 1993 by Dr. Manuel del Cerro who edited and produced the Journal for ten years and continues as Editor Emeritus, having passed on the editorship to Daniel Kile in 2003. Likewise, Fritz Schulze will join the editorial staff of the MHS as Editor Emeritus after the merger. Members of the HMSC are enthusiastically welcomed into the MHS.
Society goals include:
*Bringing together private and institutional collectors of antique and modern optical instruments who have an interest in historical and applied microscopy
*Exchanging information and knowledge of microscopy as pertains to history, origin, use, dating, restoration and appraisal
*Providing the microscopist with information and assistance on a variety of subjects related to microscopy
*Facilitating communication among interested collectors and microscopists, particularly among members
*Furthering the interest in microscopy in general
Benefits. Members receive three issues of the MHS Journal (ca. 30 pages) each calendar year and a membership roster. Many members offer advice and help in specialized aspects of microscopy. Members are encouraged to submit notes and articles for publication and request information on instruments or microscopy-related items.
Published articles deal with:
*History of microscopes and makers
*Antique and modern microscopes and optical instruments
*Light microscopy and microscopical techniques
*Photomicrography
*Repair and restoration of microscopes
*Book reviews
*Topics related to microscopy and its applications
Membership: To join or renew membership in the MHS, please contact:
Dianne Kile, Treasurer
The Microscope Historical Society
5176 Black Bear Run
Littleton, CO 80125
e-mail: microsociety@comcast.net.
Annual Dues: USA: $20.00/year, other countries $25.00/year or $45/2 years.
Funds must be in US dollars. Payment through PayPal is possible for foreign subscribers.
General enquiries:
Daniel E. Kile, Editor
same address as above
Tel.: 303-948-2810
