Société Jersiaise
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La Société Jersiaise is a scholarly society in Jersey which was founded in 1873, it promotes and encourages:
- The study of the history, the archaeology, the natural history, the language and many other subjects of interest in the Island of Jersey
- The works of the Jersey Heritage Trust and the Jersey Museums Service, and the provision of information and voluntary helpers
- The conservation of the Island's natural environment
- The preservation of Jersey's historical buildings and monuments
- The publication of books and articles on topics of local interest
- Exhibitions and displays of work
- The collection of artefacts, books, paintings, photographs and maps of the Island
- Through the Barreau Art Scholarship the encouragement of contemporary art by young Islanders
