National Museum of Scotland
- Opening times: Daily 10am–5pm
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In its landmark building, occupying more than half of Chambers Street, the National Museum of Scotland was formerly two different museums – the Royal Museum, built in 1861, and the more modern Museum of Scotland, completed in 1998. The facilities were unified in April 2008, although there is still a definite thematic separation: the former Royal Museum (complete with its grand Victorian Hall) has a worldwide and natural history focus, while the newer building maintains a distinctly Scottish viewpoint. Between the two is an interactive technology zone, filled with exhibits that form an easy connection between education and fun for children. They can race in a Formula 1 simulation, operate robotic arms and moon buggies, and discover the science behind solar and rock power. Dolly the Sheep also inhabits this space, as does the full-size Wylam Dilly locomotive. At the top of the spherical sandstone tower at the George IV Bridge end of the building is the Tower Restaurant, which has made a name for itself as a fantastic example of fine dining in the capital.
All our collections have tales to tell. See treasures from the edges of history and trace Scotland’s story from fascinating fossils to popular culture. For generations we’ve collected key exhibits from all over Scotland and beyond.
The fully redeveloped National Museum of Scotland opened on Fri 29 Jul 2011, following a major £46.4 million transformation. The museum is Scotland’s treasure house, where you can experience the whole world under one roof. There's brand new entrance hall with information desk, café, shop and cloakroom facilities and 16 new galleries, in which thousands of objects will be displayed for the first time.
Visit the new museum and discover the wonders of life, the universe and everything in it – from science and art to nature and outer space.
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Preview: the National Museum of Scotland
A peek inside the museum, plus reminiscences from notable Edinburghers and a guide to coming events
22 Jul 2011
The National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh
Newly renovated NMS showcases Scottish achievements
16 Feb 2011
Poorboy Playroom bring creative chaos to museum
Scottish collective bring site specific improvisations to Fringe
4 Aug 2009
Events at National Museum of Scotland (Chambers Street, Edinburgh)
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| Exhibition examining the life of the legendary missionary and explorer, created in partnership with the National Museums of Malawi. View full details |
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| National Museum of Scotland | 20 Jun–31 Oct Mon–Sun 10am–5pm | Free |
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| Including treasures from the National Museum of Antiquities in Leiden, world famous for its Egyptology collections, this exhibition looks at the complex and intriguing rituals surrounding death in Ancient Egypt. View full details and ticket info |
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| National Museum of Scotland | 11 Feb–27 May Mon–Sun 10am–5pm | 0300 123 6789 £9 (£7.50; Children £6; Family ticket £26) |
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| Combine ancient history with detective work and unwrap a mummy to find out how they died. Ages 7+. Half-hourly sessions lasting 45 minutes are available throughout each day. View full details |
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| National Museum of Scotland | 11 Feb–19 Feb Mon–Sun 10.30am–4.30pm | 0300 123 6789 £3 per child (accompanying adult free) |
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| String trio recital. View full details |
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| National Museum of Scotland | 25 Feb 3.15pm | Free |
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| Installation by Dutch artist Melvin Moti, incorporating a film and various objects selected by him from the Museum's collections. View full details |
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| National Museum of Scotland | 20 Jun–31 Oct Mon–Sun 10am–5pm | Free |
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| New jewellery from Scotland, Norway, Iceland, Denmark, Sweden and Finland. View full details |
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| National Museum of Scotland | 18 May–16 Sep Mon–Sun 10am–5pm | Free |
Reviews of National Museum of Scotland (Chambers Street, Edinburgh)
- 1. Emmerson, Dumbarton – 7 August 2009, 9:01pmNational Museum of ScotlandReport
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