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Exhibitions at National Museum of Scotland

Amazing Amber

Until 8 September
Psuedoscorpion in amber

This breathtaking exhibition explores the many facets of a beautiful and versatile material that has been treasured for thousands of years: amber.

Bringing together for the first time the highlights of National Museums Scotland’s fine collection, Amazing Amber reveals the origins, properties and uses of this precious substance.

Open daily 10:00–17:00

Exhibition gallery 2, Level 3

How to get to the Museum

Free


Also showing

Art from Iran

Art from Iran

Until 28 April

See highlights from over eight centuries of Iranian art, selected for their exceptional quality and the intricacy of their decoration.


Coming soon

  • Ilana Halperin: The Library

    Ilana Halperin: The Library

    24 May – 29 September

    Artist Ilana Halperin explores time through fossils, minerals and geological sculptures.

  • Mary Queen of Scots. Image © Blairs Museum Trust.

    Mary, Queen of Scots

    28 June – November

    Discover the dramatic story of Scotland's most enigmatic and notorious monarch.


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