Object of the month
Discover a treasure trove of riches from around the world.
The new Museum will showcase rare, exotic and distinctive
artefacts from the four corners of the globe. Here you can preview
some of the most unusual and interesting objects and find out what
it takes to restore them to their full glory. Click on an area
of the map to discover objects relating to that part of the world,
or see the latest objects listed below.
This stunning specimen of polished igneous
rock will become a key exhibit in the new Earth Works gallery.
Uncover its origins and how it may have formed here. Find out more...
Discover how this stunning, detailed wall hanging was brought back to life by our Textile Conservation team.
Discover how this huge Polynesian feasting vessel travelled from the South Pacific to Scotland.
Discover how an extra-terrestrial exhibit is being made ready for its new home.
Discover the secrets guarded by this mysterious Egyptian figure, who once acted in the most celebrated drama of Ancient Egypt.
Inspired by nature, conserved by our Conservation team: uncover the story behind this fragile Chinese artefact.
Discover how this traditional Scottish instrument was commissioned for the Royal Museum Project.
This luxury vehicle features leopard skin seats and a personalized number plate, but the only place it’s taking you is six feet under.
As the Millennium Clock Tower celebrates its tenth birthday, we take a look back, and forward, at this visitor favourite.
His portrait is an important new addition to the Museum’s collection – but who was Alexander Dalrymple?
Get up close to a slice of ancient history and meet John Muir, the Scottish naturalist and conservationist who helped established national parks across the USA.
Discover the remarkable story of a Scottish soldier and his victory over one of the most powerful opponents of the British conquest of India, Tipu, Sultan of Mysore.
Discover how traditional craft and conservation expertise are brought together as our Maori war canoe is prepared for display.
The statue of Weituo has watched over the Main Hall of the Royal Museum for the past 70 years. Now in storage, he’ll be back when the new Museum opens in 2011.