Through the Speaker Series, the RDS hosts a diverse range of interesting and informative talks by noted speakers for Members of the Society and the general public. This continues a long established tradition of lectures at the Society reaching back over 200 years.

The subject matter of the talks covers many areas of knowledge or topics associated with the Foundation aims of the Society including art, travel, sport, science, music, food, and modern living. Some significant historical anniversaries are also marked by an associated talk linking to an exhibition in the RDS Library.

Talks take place on Wednesday evenings at 6.00pm, generally during the months of March/April (Spring Series) and October/November (Autumn Series), each year.

Refreshments are served following the talk, in a friendly and informal setting, allowing for discussion and networking opportunities.

Past talks:

April 7: Mark Patrick Hederman, Abbot of Glenstal Abbey 'Underground Cathedrals: Art and Religion in the 21st Century'

April 14: Bob Montgomery: 'Early Irish Motoring'

April 21: Melosina Lenox-Conyngham: 'Irish Diaries' (POSTPONED)

April 28: Mary Mulvihill: 'Lab Coats and Lace'

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