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The Spalding Gentlemen’s Society, one of the oldest learned societies in the Kingdom and the earliest provincial association for the encouragement of antiquarianism, was founded by Maurice Johnson (1688-1755), “The Antiquary”, of Ayscoughfee Hall, Spalding.
The Museum is currently closed for building works until spring 2027. We invite everyone to visit us at Ayscoughfee Hall, 10:30-4, Wednesday to Sunday.
“Visited from Boston last week and found your museum an absolute gem and the members so friendly, helpful and informative.”
Winter’s Tales: Enjoy seasonal songs by The Greenwood Quire
Celebrate the changing of the seasons with music and song. Britain’s oldest provincial learned society, Spalding Gentlemen’s Society, is bringing a historic concert to Broad Street Methodist Church on Friday 23rd October. Don’t miss the chance...
Uncovering new stories
I joined Spalding Gentlemen’s Society as a Curatorial Associate in April 2026. I have a background in Anthropology and Museum Studies, and since moving to the UK in 2021 I've volunteered extensively across museums, working...
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Founded in 1710, the Spalding Gentlemen’s Society is Britain’s oldest surviving provincial learned society. Since 1955, its charitable purpose has been: ‘To promote and foster among the public knowledge, appreciation and the study of …’ what we now call the Arts, Sciences and Humanities. It is a membership society that welcomes women, notwithstanding its history and name. Membership is open to anyone aged eighteen or over.
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Winter’s Tales: Enjoy seasonal songs by The Greenwood Quire
Celebrate the changing of the seasons with music and song. Britain’s oldest provincial learned society, Spalding Gentlemen’s Society, is bringing a historic concert to Broad Street Methodist Church on Friday 23rd October. Don’t miss the chance...
Uncovering new stories
I joined Spalding Gentlemen’s Society as a Curatorial Associate in April 2026. I have a background in Anthropology and Museum Studies, and since moving to the UK in 2021 I've volunteered extensively across museums, working...
