22-26 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PQ
The Royal Society of Edinburgh at 22-26 George Street
The Royal Society of Edinburgh was set up in imitation of the Royal Society of London in 1783. It has been at its present location since 1909, having originally met in the college library of the University of Edinburgh. Its fellows have included such illustrious names as John Clerk Maxwell, Roderick Murchison, James Watt and Sir Walter Scott, who was its third president. Although originally scientific in orientation, it now accepts many famous names from the arts and humanities. The Society still continues its work of promoting original research in Scotland today.
Free public access to the foyer. Tours of the rest of the building may sometimes be available on request at the reception, depending on the availability of staff.
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