Leicester Literary and Philosophical Society.
Founded 1835.
We exist to advance education in Literature, Science and Art for the benefit of all people. Membership is open to anybody for a very modest fee which entitles you to access all areas.
Next Season
The 2011/12 season is now complete. Due to refurbishment of the New Walk Museum, most of the 2012/13 season will be held at De Montfort University in the Hugh Aston building (pictured). Watch this website for further details.
Welcome to Leicester Lit & Phil
We stage fortnightly public talks on a wide range of topics, every other Monday throughout Winter and Spring, in the Great Hall of the New Walk Museum, Leicester.
Alongside the main Society, there are Sections specialising in Natural History and Geology.
The Society has a venerable history stretching back to the early 19th Century. The current President is Professor John Fothergill, Head of the Department of Engineering, University of Leicester.
We work with Leicester City Council, Leicester New Walk Museum, the University of Leicester, University of Loughborough and De Montfort University to ensure the highest possible quality of speakers, who cover relevant topics of general and academic interest.
