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What's on at the National Museum of Scotland

Exciting galleries, interesting objects and new events means there's fun to be had for all, from talks and workshops for adults to taking a ride on the Magic Carpet for younger children.

For details of what's on today take a look at the National Museum of Scotland calendar.

Events for families

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    Summer for families

    Join us for a sizzling summer of events this season at National Museum of Scotland

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    Jurassic June

    Join us for a month of all things dinosaur at National Museum of Scotland.

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    Daily for families

    Explore our galleries or dress up in clothes from the past at the National Museum of Scotland.

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    What's on weekly?

    Take a trip on the Magic Carpet or join in Friday afternoon activities.

Events for adults

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Beyond the Books

Visit the Library at the National Museum of Scotland and find out more about our wonderful collections.

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Tours in May

Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a fascinating tour of our collection highlights.

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Ilana Halperin: The Library events

Explore time through fossils. minerals and geological sculptures at National Museum of Scotland.

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Amazing Amber

Discover stories and secrest of this amazing substance at National Museum of Scotland.

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Open Studies Summer Courses

Open your mind this summer with the University of Edinburgh at the National Museum of Scotland.

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RBS Museum Lates: Dino-Night

We're turning back to the clock to the Jurassic era for our next RBS Museum Lates.

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Talks and lectures

Afternoon talks and evening lectures, workshops and study days at the National Museum of Scotland.

Events for everyone

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    Jurassic June

    Join us for a month of all things dinosaur at National Museum of Scotland

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    Ilana Halperin: The Library

    Explore time through fossils. minerals and geological sculptures at National Museum of Scotland.

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    Amazing Amber events

    Discover stories and secrest of this amazing substance at National Museum of Scotland.

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    Mary, Queen of Scots

    Investigate Mary's illuminating Mary's turbulent life at National Museum of Scotland.

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    Summer Festivals

    Celebrate film, dance, music and the performing arts at National Museum of Scotland this summer.


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