Recent joiners are warmly invited to join us at the Society in London on 12 May to discover more about the history of the Society, who we are today and how to make the most of their membership.
You will enjoy a tour and drinks reception ahead of one of our Monday night lectures, giving you the chance to meet other members.
This event is for members only but you are very welcome to invite a guest to join you at the evening's lecture after the tour. Please book those tickets separately.
Venue information
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
- 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 - Exhibition
'Nyapun' by Robin Hanbury-Tenison
An exhibition of black and white photographs to acknowledge the friendship given and knowledge shared by Nyapun, his family and the Penan community, living in and around the Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak in 1977 and 1978.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to all1 Apr 2025 - 10 Jun 2025 - Lecture
Geographical journeys: microlectures
An evening, chaired by Mary-Ann Ochota, packed with tales of adventure and discovery to entertain and inspire. Discussion encouraged afterwards in the Map Room.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allThursday 3 April 2025