A large, stone, multi-level space with curved and block-like architectural details along the high walls. There is a large decorative plant in the foreground.
National Museum of Scotland

Scotland galleries

These magnificent, contemporary spaces present exciting possibilities for evening entertaining.

Hawthornden Court

Hawthornden Court’s striking architecture presents a stylish backdrop for all manner of events. 

Event typeCapacity
DinnersUp to 120 guests
ReceptionsUp to 800 guests across all 3 galleries
A long table set for dinner in Hawthronden Court at the Naitonal Museum of Scotland. The space has high ceilings and grand modern architecture.

A dinner reception in Hawthornden Court. 

Kingdom of the Scots gallery

The adjoining Kingdom of the Scots Gallery provides an ideal location for pre-dinner drinks or large receptions. Here guests have the unique opportunity to explore a fascinating period in Scotland’s past, with a glass of champagne in hand.

Event typeCapacity
ReceptionsUp to 800 guests across all 3 galleries
A group of people at a drinks reception in a museum gallery. At the front is a replica of the casket of Mary Queen of Scots. Lining the walls are ornate pieces of wooden furniture.

A drinks reception in the Kingdom of the Scots gallery. 

Early People gallery

The Early People Gallery is an atmospheric space for receptions and small dinners. More than 5,000 treasures from Scotland’s ancient past and twelve striking bronze figures by the renowned sculptor Sir Eduardo Paolozzi add a sense of theatre to this dramatic setting.

Event typeCapacity
DinnersUp to 120 guests
ReceptionsUp to 800 guests across all 3 galleries
A bright white gallery space with stone floors and track lighting on the ceiling. There are three large, blocky sculptures of people.
The Early People gallery at the National Museum of Scotland.

Space highlights

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