The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce
The home of ideas
Where people drive real change.
The RSA has been turning possibility into progress since 1754. From pioneering invention and design to shaping social change, we are a place for ideas, action, and connection.
Join a Fellowship that has shaped the world
Our Fellowship is a global network of creators, leaders, policymakers and entrepreneurs: united by a common goal to progress society.
From Benjamin Franklin to Vivienne Westwood, RSA Fellows have sparked new ideas, forged powerful connections, and driven change for more than 270 years.
What’s on?
We host more than 200 dynamic events every year- from global thought leaders to emerging and established artists, we welcome a diversity of global speakers.
Public talks
The Angus Millar Lecture 2025
The 2025 Angus Millar Lecture welcomes Jo Salter MBE to our Edinburgh stage. The event will be hosted at the Royal College of Physicians and livestreamed to audiences across the globe on YouTube.
Fellowship events
FRSA discovery webinar
Over an engaging hour, we will introduce you to our Design for Life mission, what it means to be a Fellow, and how you can become a part of our Fellowship community.
At the House
Film Club Halloween
Join The Film Club for a screening of ‘Jennifer’s Body’ and a post-film social on Halloween.
At the House
Jazz Night with Nye Banfield
Enjoy our free Jazz Night in the iconic Muse Bar, featuring saxophonist Nye Banfield
Fellowship events
From Burnout to Self-Care: Supporting Your Holistic Well-being
Identify hidden signs of burnout and learn well-being strategies in this Gender Equity Network session with Dr. Rassheedah Watts FRSA.
At the House
Poetry open mic night
Calling all secret writers, hidden wordsmiths and elusive lyricists. This is the place to celebrate the beauty of the spoken word.
Hire our spaces
RSA House offers a range of spaces, from historic rooms to contemporary studios, each with its own story to tell. Available for every occasion, from board meetings and conferences to weddings and large-scale celebrations, RSA House provides an unforgettable setting for any occasion.
