National Museum of Scotland

Our diverse collections will take you on a journey of discovery through the history of Scotland, the wonders of nature and world cultures - all under one roof.
Girl in Santa Hat

Event
Christmas at the Museum

5 Dec 2015
12:00-16:00
It's a game of two halves as we launch our festive programme at National Museum of Scotland.
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Tim Peake Image Department Of Business Innovation And Skills

Event
Tim Peake’s Space Mission Principia

15 Dec 2015
Daytime & Evening Big Screen Space Night 18:30 (doors open 17:45)
Celebrate Tim Peake British ESA Astronaunt's Space Mission Principia to the International Space Station at National Museum of Scotland.
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Edinburgh Contemporary Choir

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Christmas Choirs

6 Dec - 20 Dec 2015
15:00-16:00
Get into the festive spirit with Christmas concerts from local choirs at National Museum of Scotland.
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Puppet Pals3

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Christmas Crafternoon

12 Dec - 13 Dec 2015
12:00-16:00
Come and make a lovely festive decoration inspired by our collections at National Museum of Scotland.
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Bowl 2009 Michael Lloyd Image The Goldsmiths Company

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Silversmithing Demonstrations

24 Oct - 12 Dec 2015
10:00-16:00
Join us for silversmithing demonstrations by four nationally acclaimed silversmiths this autumn.
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Dragonfly Header2

Exhibition
New to the National Collections

23 Oct 2015 - 28 Feb 2016
10:00 - 17:00
This small display highlights a selection of the recent acquisitions at National Museums Scotland.
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Museum information

Opening times

Daily: 10:00-17:00
Christmas Day: Closed
Boxing Day: 12:00-17:00
New Year's Day: 12:00-17:00

Please note some areas are currently closed while we prepare our new galleries.

Admission

Free, donations welcome

How to find us

Chambers Street,
Edinburgh,
EH1 1JF
Tel: 0300 123 6789
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