Discover the artworks and artefacts featured in the Society’s Map Room at this engaging talk with the artist, Hormazd Narielwalla, and the Society’s Cartographic Collections Manager, Dr Katherine Parker.  

Together, they will discuss the objects on display and their historical and creative significance. The event will conclude with a tabletop display of related items in the Foyle Reading Room.

Booking information

  • Advance booking for this event is required. In order to book you will need an account on our website. If you already have an account you will be prompted to log in when you click 'book now'. Please create an account if you do not have one yet (you do not need to be a member of the Society to create an account).
  • We do not issue tickets (electronic or physical) for this event. Instead your name will be on a list at the door. Please use the Society's entrance on Exhibition Road.

If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking, please email events@rgs.org

Venue information

This event will be held at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.

 

Plan your visit to the Society and find more information about our venue, including our address, accessibility and transport links.

Accessibility at our events

We want everyone to feel welcome at our events. Key accessibility features of this event include:

  • Step-free access to the event
  • Accessible toilets
  • Assistance dogs are welcome
  • Hearing loop

For full details, please visit our accessibility page. If you have any questions or specific access requirements, feel free to get in touch with us on access@rgs.org

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Key Information

Open to all
Monday 13 April 2026
2.30pm-3.45pm
London

In-person
Non-member £0.00, Member £0.00
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