Building on over 270 years of social change.

From our inception supporting new inventions, ideas and design, to the RSA of today – we’re committed to a world that is resilient, rebalanced and regenerative, where everyone can fulfil their potential. 

We aim to harness the curiosity, creativity and courage of our community to realise change: the knowledge and experience of our people; the expertise and global reach of our Fellowship community; and the ecosystem of influencer and organisations in society.

Our history

Looking to the future since 1754. Find out more about the famous names and change made in the past.

 

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Our archive

Preserving our past. Recording our present. Inspiring our future. Search the archive online or get in touch with our archive team.

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Our wider RSA family

About the RSA

Enabling people, places and the planet to flourish.

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