The Arts Society promotes the appreciation of a wide variety of the arts, as well as volunteering to preserve our heritage. We also provide opportunities to learn about a huge range of arts subjects through lectures, study days, visits and tours with like minded people.

All our Societies are run by volunteers, creating a friendly atmosphere in which to enjoy learning about this wide range of the arts from expert lecturers. The 24 Societies shown on the map below, and the list alongside, make up the Greater London Area.

Societies each have their own programme of lectures, study days, visits, and volunteering opportunities...and other social events. Do join, and discover a stimulating and enjoyable way to expand your knowledge of the arts, make new friendships, and have fun! 

If you are unable to join a Society, we have a national scheme of ‘Supporters’; it means that you receive a magazine 3 times a year, and you can find out about those events which are open to non members, and about Societies in all parts of the country, some of which offer digital lectures. To find out more visit  www.theartssociety.org 

THE AREA SUPPORT TEAM exists to support the local Societies, to hold Area Meetings, educational events and co-ordinate the ARTS VOLUNTEERING, HERITAGE VOLUNTEERS and TRAILS OF DISCOVERY activities.

Other parts of this website have other details on the London Area, such as news, events, and our donations and grant giving. Find out more about our GRANT GIVING HERE

THE STUDY DAYS OR EVENTS (see below) have been arranged by the Study Course Organisers (SCOs) on behalf of the Greater London Area. Study Days are a great way to enjoy learning more about a subject in the company of like-minded people. 

Enjoy browsing our website, and we hope you will also enjoy what the Arts Society of the Greater London Area has to offer.