Ed reveals the strange, violent and sexual practices of famous explorers of Africa and the Antarctic in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and their reliance on the bodily toil of others for their survival.
- Exhibition
Everest through the lens
Another chance to see the Society's exhibition marking the centenary of the early Everest expeditions. Explore how Captain John Noel's films shaped the public's imagination of Everest, while obscuring the vital role of local intermediaries.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to all20 Jan 2025 - 15 Apr 2025 - Conference
New and aspiring Heads of geography
Join us for a day of leadership guidance, covering topics such as how to succeed as a leader, curriculum planning and development, departmental vision, fieldwork and how to support non specialist teachers.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allFriday 14 March 2025 - Guided walk
National Lottery open week - guided tour 1.30pm
This National Lottery Open Week, we’re saying #ThanksToYou with another free in-person guided tour at 1.30pm that unravels the fascinating histories behind some of the items in our Collection.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allMonday 17 March 2025