Become a member

Find out more about the benefits of becoming a member of The Devon and Exeter Institution
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Venue Hire and Tours

Book a room in our unique location or organise a group tour
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The Library

Discover our extensive library and research facilities
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"To promote the general diffusion of Science, Literature and the Arts, and for illustrating the Natural and Civil History of the County of Devon, and the History of the City of Exeter"

Our Founding Aim, 1813

About us

The Devon and Exeter Institution is a flourishing Independent Library and Educational Charity which is open to new members of all ages.

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Talks and Lectures 2020

Our popular programme of lunchtime and evening talks and lectures

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Saturdays at the Institution

Visitors and members will find a host of activities, talks, displays and events each week, inspired by the collection, as well as Saturday newspapers, browsing and refreshments.

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Did You Know?

Established in 1813, the Institution’s founding aim was to promote “the general diffusion of Science, Literature and the Arts; and for illustrating the Natural and Civil History of the County of Devon, and the History of the City of Exeter”

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22 February 2020

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16 February 2020

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25 January 2020