UNESCO Patronage

We are delighted that the 2024 CHRISTMAS LECTURES have been awarded Patronage by the UK National Commission for UNESCO.

Audience at the Christmas lectures
Image credit: Paul Wilkinson

We are delighted that the 2024 CHRISTMAS LECTURES have been awarded Patronage by the UK National Commission for UNESCO, granted to show endorsement of exceptional activities and events. Patronage is UNESCO’s highest form of support and serves as a hallmark of quality, signifying the Lectures’ contribution in advancing UNESCO's mission of promoting education, scientific research, and cultural understanding.

The United Kingdom National Commission for UNESCO is a constitutional part of the UK's membership of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The UKNC is the central hub for all UNESCO related matters within the UK, bringing the benefits of UNESCO to the UK and supporting the UK’s contribution to UNESCO.

Building closures from 9 December onwards

We are closed on the 10 and 12 December, along with other closures during the week starting 9 December, full details here.