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500 Years of Printing: The Popular Press
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As part of the country-wide celebration of printing this exhibition looks more specifically at the history of the popular press. Enjoy the library's collections, which include a copy of the Bassandyne Bible, the first printed Bible in Scotland.
1 Sep–31 Oct Central Library, Edinburgh
An Electric Shock of Delight: Sir Walter Scott and the Waverley Novels
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An exhibition to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the publication of 'The Complaint of the Black Night', printed on Andrew Myllar and Walter Chepman's press after being granted the first Edinburgh printing patent by King James IV.
19 Jul–7 Jan 2009, not Sundays Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; 12.00–5.00 Writers' Museum, Edinburgh
The Art of Poetry
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An exhibition of poetry, art and photography presented by the Seeds of Thought group.
1 Sep–30 Sep Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, Glasgow
Artist Adventurers
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A selection of drawings and watercolours of Spain, ranging from the early 1800's to the beginning of the following century.
1 Sep–30 Nov Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Between Two Worlds
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A new exhibition exploring life above and beneath the waves of Scotland's coast.
1 Sep–30 Sep 10.00am–6.00 Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick
Bond Bound: Ian Fleming and the Art of Cover Design
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Charting the role of artists and designers in defining the look of the world's most popular spy.
5 Jul–14 Sep City Art Centre, Edinburgh
Call to Arms
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An exploration of the technology used by the Scottish infantry at various points throughout history, with a hands on element.
23 May–1 Feb 2009, not 25 Dec, 1 Jan 2009 (23 May–31 Oct 9.45am–5.45) (1 Nov–1 Feb 2009 9.45am–4.45) National War Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh
Colours of the Silk Road: Suzani embroideries from Uzbekistan
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A display of fine embroidered wall hangings from Uzbekistan and an insight into the lives of their female creators and the society in which they lived.
20 Jun–4 Jan 2009 Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada
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A collection of objects collected by Scottish fur traders in the 1850s and 60s from the tribes living in the Canadian subarctic, and further objects purchased recently.
1 Sep–19 Oct 10.00am–5.00 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Glasgow 1955: Through the Lens
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An exhibition of images of Glasgow in 1955, previously shown in Kelvingrove and the People's Palace 50 years ago.
1 Sep–29 Sep Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 People's Palace & Winter Gardens, Glasgow
Hip Knits
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A collection of knitted items ranging from your granny's Fair Isle sweaters to modern day masterpieces in wool.
21 Mar–31 Oct 10.00am–5.00 National Museum of Costume, Dumfries
Imprentit: 500 years of the Scottish Printed Word
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Exhibition celebrating the achievements of 500 years of printing and publishing in Scotland.
27 Jun–12 Oct Mon–Fri 10.00am–8.00; Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00 National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
Journey Into Exile
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Drawings by Tibetan children as part of the Art Refuge programme.
6 Sep–5 Oct Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Junior Exhibition: Fossils and Funny Bones @ Sensation
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Discover the magic of pre-historic worlds through playful and imaginative games and activities. Ideal for children aged 3 - 6.
1 Jul–31 Oct Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Sensation, Dundee
Life After Iraq
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Joint exhibition by award-winning photojournalist Angela Catlin and writer Billy Briggs, who travelled to Syria to document the plight of some of the millions of ordinary Iraqis living there who have fled the conflict in their homeland. 'Part of Refugee Week 2008'
10 Jun–26 Oct St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, Glasgow
Lise Sarfati: La Vie Nouvelle
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A series of portraits by French photographer Lise Sarfati which aim to dramatise the complexity of adolescent identity.
1 Sep–3 Nov Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen
Lives in Motion
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An exhibition co-ordinated by the Research Centre for Museums and Galleries, University of Leicester, about the role of transport in the lives of disabled persons.
1 Sep–31 Oct Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 Museum of Transport, Glasgow
The Local Word and Image: 500 Years of Printing in Scotland
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Exhibition tracing the development of printing in the city from 1622, through the publication of the first newspaper in Scotland and into the 19th century when Aberdeen was a major printing centre.
17 Nov 2007–1 Nov Provost Skene's House, Aberdeen
Lochbroom Lives Oral History
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The oral history tells the story of Lochbroom, the land and its people, through a blend of traditional and multimedia displays. There will be a new display of local archaeological loans and finds from the Museum Store.
1 Sep–1 Oct, not Sundays Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Ullapool Museum, Ullapool
Orkney in the 12th Century: Earl Rognavald and his Earldom
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Using experts in the fields of archaeology, history and literature, an intriguing slice of Norse earldom life has been pieced together for this exhibition.
1 Apr–30 Sep Mon–Sat 10.30am–5.00 Orkney Museum, Kirkwall
Scotland: A Changing Nation
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A major new permanent exhibition charting Scotland and its people from WWI to the present day.
11 Jul–31 Dec 10.00am–5.00 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Stirrup Pumps and Siren Suits: Everyday Life on the Home Front
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Using objects, images and oral history extracts, this exhibition examines how the war changed almost every aspect of daily life. Find out about rationing, the blackout, air raids, civil defence units and how the war affected women and children.
1 Apr–30 Sep 12.00–5.00 Laing Museum, Newburgh
Techniques of the Old Masters: Prints and drawings from Durer to Daumier
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A chance to see Burrell's collection of early prints and drawings from artists including Rembrandt, Ingres, Durer and Daumier. The focus is on woodcuts, engravings and etchings.
1 Sep–29 Sep Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Uncovering Industry: The M74 Dig
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An exhibit of the finds by those archaeologists who have been exploring sites along the route of the M74 Completion. Much has been revealed about the area's industrial past.
1 Sep–1 Apr 2009 Mon–Thu & Sat 10.00am–5.00; Fri & Sun 11.00am–5.00 Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
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The largest and most prestigious wildlife photography competition in the world comes to Scotland.
21 Jun–14 Sep 10.00am–5.00 National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride

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