Our impact
Community and access
Our community engagement and outreach work encourages greater access to our museums and engages communities across Scotland with the National Collection.
Programmes
We regularly programme sessions designed to offer an easier and more enjoyable museum visit for anyone who would like a little extra support.
Projects
Our Learning and Engagement Team work to create programmes, tours and resources to engage communities around Scotland with the National Collection.
Community group visits
Learn how we can support your community group to visit our museums.
On now and coming soon
- Event
Sensory Sunday
Sun 5 October 2025 - Sun 1 Feb 2026, 11:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 15:00Exciting, hands-on sensory play sessions for children with additional support needs. - Event
Museum Socials
Third Friday of the month, 10:30 – 12:00Our Museum Socials are designed for people living with dementia, their relatives, friends, carers, and supporters.Free - Event
Friday Friends
Various dates, 14:00 - 16:00Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.Free
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Schools
Ignite curiosity, foster critical thinking, and enrich learning and teaching with the help of our incredible collections.
What's on
Find out about upcoming events and exhibitions in our museums
Discover our collections
Find out more about objects from the National Collection through articles, video, and audio content