Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

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1966-01-04

The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures are a series of lectures on a single topic, which have been held at the Royal Institution in London each year since 1825. The lectures present scientific subjects to a general audience, including young people, in an informative and entertaining manner. Michael Faraday initiated the first Christmas Lecture series in 1825. This came at a time when organised education for young people was scarce. Faraday presented a total of nineteen series in all.

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The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures are a series of lectures on a single topic, which have been held at the Royal Institution in London each year since 1825. The lectures present scientific subjects to a general audience, including young people, in an informative and entertaining manner. Michael Faraday initiated the first Christmas Lecture series in 1825. This came at a time when organised education for young people was scarce. Faraday presented a total of nineteen series in all.

First Aired

1966-01-04

Last Aired

2024-12-31

Seasons

59

Episodes

122

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Status

Returning Series

Genres

Documentary

Language

English

Network

Channel 4

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BBC Four

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BBC Two

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