A voluntary, not-for-profit organisation for advancing geographical science and promoting public awareness and enjoyment of Geography and related topics.
Advance public awareness of, and interest in, geography and related disciplines, including environmental issues
Encourage research and scholarship in geography
Recognise and reward achievements in geography
Commemorate past achievements of significance to geography
The Society is custodian of an extensive library of antique, rare and current books and maps. Amongst its various activities the Society organises lectures on topical issues, publishes a scholarly journal, recognises contributions to geography through an active awards program, and convenes an active field activities program.
The RGSSA welcomes professional geographers, geography graduates, and all those with an enthusiasm for geography, travel and exploration to join.
The RGSSA Library contains over 25,000 volumes and is one of the most significant collections of rare geographical books and manuscripts in Australia.
The Society supports a number of awards and prizes to promote geographical education and research, and to recognise members’ efforts.
26 September 2022
15 August 2022
10 August 2022
12 October 2022 | 12:00 pm
Lunchtime Meeting
The border between South Australia and Victoria has been topical since settlement. This lecture examines some of the technical and physical exploits faced by the men whose efforts marked this border.
20 October 2022 | 5:00 pm
Monthly Lecture
Peter Christopher will outline the fascinating story of the Clipper Ship City of Adelaide and the volunteer effort to save the historic ship
27 October 2022 | 10:30 am
Rare Books Group Field Trip
Rick Moore, President of the John McDouall Society will introduce this session in the RGSSA Library followed by a field trip to the Adelaide Masonic Centre
17 November 2022 | 5:00 pm
Monthly Lecture
More details to follow
25 November 2022 | 10:30 am
Rare Books Group
A look at the conflicts between China and Britain in the 19th Century through the context of relevant books in the Society’s collection from the period.
8 December 2022 | 6:30 pm
Events
The Annual Christmas Dinner will be held on Thursday 8 December 2022, commencing at 6:30 for 7:15pm at Adelaide Pavilion, corner South Terrace and Peacock Road, Adelaide.
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