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National War Museum

See and do

Explore over 400 years of conflict through a unique collection of military objects, artwork and personal stories.

  • Three visitors look at displays in one of the galleries at the National War Museum.

    Explore the galleries

    Explore over 400 years of conflict through a unique collection of military objects, artwork and personal stories.
  • An illustration of an old building with three wings and a statue of a soldier on a horse in front of the building.

    Museum trails

    Download a trail to discover the stories held within the walls of the National War Museum.
  • A visitor looking at a row of war medals in a glass museum case.

    What's on

    Find out about events and exhibitions on at the National War Museum.

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  • A visitor looking at a museum display case showcasing items related to Scottish military history. A mannequin in traditional Scottish dress stands in the case in front of a saltire flag.

    Plan your visit

    Find out how to get to the National War Museum and make the most of your visit.
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    Accessibility

    We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.
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    Discover the collections

    Explore objects and their stories within our collections.