
Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival: All-age film screening
Sat 23 Jan 2027, 10:30 – 11:30
National Museum of Scotland
Tickets £6, Members and concessions available.
About Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival: All-age film screening
In partnership with Edinburgh Communities Climate Action Network (ECCAN), join us for a family-friendly selection of short films that are part of the Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival 2027.
Discover more about the beauty of our natural world both on our doorstep and across the globe and be inspired about the ways individuals and communities are taking action to alleviate the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Drop-in, hands-on activities will be available in the Auditorium Foyer after the screening until 12:30.
A full-programme screening, including the festival’s prize-giving, an interactive panel discussion, and drop-in fair, will take place in the afternoon from 13:30 - 16:30.
Pricing information
Ticket prices
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Member | £5.00 |
| Member child | £4.00 |
| Adult | £6.00 |
| Child under 16 | £5.00 |
| Over 65s | £6.00 |
| Student, Unemployed, Disabled, Young Scot | £5.00 |
| Accompanying essential carer | Free |
Ticketing terms and conditions
National Museums Scotland have a non-refundable and non-transferable ticketing policy.
Accessibility and facilities
We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.
How to get to the space
You can make your way to the Auditorium by walking through the Collecting Stories gallery. Go through the glass doors and the Auditorium will be on your left.
The door to the Auditorium is not automatic and cannot be opened by a push pad. During an event it may already be open or you can open it by pulling it towards you.
Wheelchair access
There are four designated spaces for wheelchairs in the Auditorium. Two are at the front on Level 1 and two are at the back on Level 2. You can access the upper spaces by taking the lift next to the Auditorium. A staff member will be available to give directions to the lift.
These spaces can be booked in advance. Please contact publicevents@nms.ac.uk to book a designated wheelchair space.
There is significant space to use a wheelchair in the Auditorium.
You can borrow a wheelchair from the information desks at the Entrance Hall and Tower Entrance. They cannot be booked in advance.
Seating
Seats in the Auditorium are fixed and tiered. There are steps and handrails on either side of the seating rows.
The seats are cushioned and have arm rests on either side.
There is 18cm of leg room between rows.
If you require a seat at the front or near the front, please contact publicevents@nms.ac.uk.
Hearing induction loops
There is an induction loop in the Auditorium.
Toilets and baby changing facilities
The nearest toilets are on Level 1 next to the Lothian Street Entrance. There are standard toilets and an accessible toilet. A baby changing table is located in the accessible toilet.
If you require a changing places toilet, please ask a member of staff.
Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Scotland.
Our partners
This event is in partnership with Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival and Edinburgh Communities Climate Action Network.

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