A Tale of Two Transits

The Royal Astronomical Society (RAS), founded in 1820, encourages and promotes the study of astronomy, solar-system science, geophysics and closely related branches of science.

Royal Astronomical Society

Marking 150 years since the 1874 Transit of Venus expeditions, and the Royal Astronomical Society's move to New Burlington House.

Library

You are warmly invited to visit the Royal Astronomical Society for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with our archivist Kate Bond. Learn the inside story of our move from Somerset House to Burlington House in 1874, and take a closer look at original documents and photographs relating to the main celestial event of that year - the Transit of Venus.What is the format of the tour?This behind-the-scenes tour will lead the group across all floors of the Royal Astronomical Society, ending with a display of historical documents and photograph albums in the library. A lift is available and there is limited seating in the library. You will be able to share any access requirements when registering for the tour.How can I contact the organiser with any questions?Email librarian@ras.ac.ukAre there any other events marking 150 years at New Burlington House?Yes! On the same date, our neighbours at the Society of Antiquaries are hosting an evening of Victorian-themed entertainment:<a href="https:// https://www.sal.org.uk/event/back-to-1870s/" title="https:// https://www.sal.org.uk/event/back-to-1870s/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> </a><a href="https://www.sal.org.uk/event/back-to-1870s/" title="https://www.sal.org.uk/event/back-to-1870s/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.sal.org.uk/event/back-to-1870s/</a>

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