introducing the royal scottish geographical society
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RSGS
Making the connections between Making the connections between
People, Places and the PlanetPeople, Places and the Planet
“One of the best kept secrets in Scotland…”
Patrick Geddes, council member first proposed the establishment of a geographical museum for RSGS
in 1896
Conserving Heritage
The first time we’ve been able to properly open our collections to the public
•13 locations
•90-100 talks /yr
•10,000+ people
““The best The best national talks national talks
programme programme in Scotland”in Scotland”
Celebrating Achievement
Promoting Science
For anyone interested in the world around them…
Developing Citizenship
Encouraging Participation
Open for 140 days3,000 visitors
20120133
• Membership more widely promoted and growingMembership more widely promoted and growing
• Website improved and working effectivelyWebsite improved and working effectively
• Finances continue to be improvedFinances continue to be improved
• Regular communicationsRegular communications
• Educational project work developedEducational project work developed
• Operational deficit reducedOperational deficit reduced
• New income streams developedNew income streams developed
Please join as a member