Use these seven yoga based poses to move, stretch and get energised, inspired by our collections. You can do each one on its own or all seven together in a 'yoga flow'.

Members receive free access to the National Museum of Rural Life and special events throughout the year, and generous discounts in our shop and café.

Sir James Black was one of the greatest Scottish scientists of the modern era. His work in medicine and pharmacology has improved the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

Marvel up close at the pages of an illustrated prayer book featuring a handwritten poem by a young Mary, Queen of Scots in an upcoming exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland.

When medieval buildings in Blyth’s Close off Edinburgh’s Castlehill were demolished, these pieces - associated with Mary of Guise - were rescued.

Learn about four different ecosystems in Scotland through objects, games and microscopic imagery. Our accompanying resources will allow your class to study biodiversity across Scotland. Bookings now open.

Discover the story of Scotland at war within the walls of Edinburgh Castle.

Explore the history of anatomical study, from artistic explorations by Leonardo da Vinci to the Burke and Hare murders.

The 1897 invasion and looting of the west African Kingdom of Benin resulted in the sale and dispersal of thousands of artworks into European and American museums.

Explore a range of activities suitable for pupils working at Early, First and Second Levels including: - Mandarin - Writing a story - Maths and numeracy

The Making Circles schools project invited children to be inspired by National Museums Scotland’s collections to create new Circular Economy products.

Only 89 Twin Pioneers were ever built – and you can see one in the National Museum of Flight.

Discover how the skull of a 40ft whale, which captured the heart of the nation, has become a permanent feature at the National Museum of Scotland.

Play online games exploring a range of museum subjects.

Behind this frightening-looking mask, worn as a disguise by the outlawed Covenanting minister Alexander Peden, lies a fascinating story of rebellion and religious conviction.

Visitors discovered the diversity of life in Scotland’s seas and the many threats facing our marine life.

See the world's first delta winged bomber on display at National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield.

Explore the story of Waterloo at the National War Museum.

National Museums Scotland has been awarded a grant by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) with the National Maritime Museum, London to enable organisations around the UK to work with community groups to explore experiences of empire, migration, and life in Britain through their collections.

Your journey of discovery starts here...

Find out how this revolutionary telescope was invented, and how it found a home at the National Museum of Scotland.

With the introduction of rationing, the threat of air raids, and the loss of so many workers through conscription, daily life looked and felt very different for people at home in Scotland during the Second World War.

We trace the story of the Australian mammals in the Natural World galleries at the National Museum of Scotland and meet the rare numbat.

Discover how an extra-terrestrial exhibit was made ready for display in the National Museum of Scotland.

Discover how objects in the museum’s collections can help us explore Scotland’s involvement in the Atlantic slave trade and the abolitionist movement.

With a diverse range of events spaces and idyllic grounds, the museum is an ideal location for corporate or private events.

Meet Ching Ching the panda, one of the world’s most endangered species in Survival at National Museum of Scotland.

Designed by Kate Whiteford, the title of the work refers to the notorious whirlpool to the north of the island of Jura and draws on the artists's fascination with signs and symbols of ancient civilisations.

We’ve teamed up with upcycling experts Ostrero and artist Bryony Knox to create a design for a cool owl badge – made form a fizzy drinks can! Try it out today.

Join Galloway Hoard researcher Dr Adrián Maldonado as he reacts to depictions of the Viking Age in movies, TV and video games.

This bold and engaging sculpture is a mixed media piece made from recycled found objects.

Enjoy a range of freshly prepared food and drink in our two cafés at the museum.

Among the museum's collection in storage are a group of Thai ceramics excavated at Sawankhalok.

Mineral collecting was Matthew Heddle's main passion. Several of his minerals are on display in the National Museum of Scotland.

National Museums Scotland is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Sam Alberti as its new Director of Collections.

This exhibition explored how life on earth moved from water onto land 360-345 million years ago.

The battle of Tel-el-Kebir was a decisive moment in the British maintaining order in Egypt in the late 19th century and its depicted in a magnificent painting at National War Museum.

See five highlight objects that summarise the legacy of Rome's invasions of Scotland

Delve into the diverse collection of pioneering ethnomusicologist Jean Jenkins.

Images of people taking part in aspects of everyday life at home and and on the front line during the Second World War from the Scottish Life Archive and the collection.

The Lewis chess pieces live in the National Museum of Scotland. Colour them in or cut out and make your own chess piece here.