About Member Event: Behind the Scenes of Roman Scotland

Celebrate the festive season with mulled wine and mince pies. Then dive into our newest special exhibition, 'Roman Scotland: Life on the Edge of Empire'.

Join Dr Fraser Hunter, Principal Curator of Prehistoric and Roman Archaeology, to learn about the military communities of Rome’s most northern frontier. These communities are brought to life through new research and previously unseen archaeological discoveries.

Schedule

18:30 - 19:00 - Complimentary mulled wine and mince pies
19:00 - 20:00 - Lecture followed by Q&A

Good to know

The event will also be recorded for Members to watch online at a later date.
If you have any dietary requirements or any other queries about this event, please contact membership@nms.ac.uk.

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 Lothian Entrance. There is a ramp on the left-hand side once you enter the building.

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.

Please ask a member of staff if you'd like to borrow a wheelchair after you've arrived. 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 get in touch at publicevents@nms.ac.uk.

Hearing induction loops

There is an induction loop in the Auditorium.

Toilets and baby changing

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.