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.
RSA House
is open to all
Born in the coffeehouses of the Enlightenment era, RSA House has always been a place for debate and exchange. Today, it’s an architectural landmark in the heart of London where history and ideas meet: with spaces to eat, drink and explore.
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.
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.