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The latest newsletter gives details of upcoming exhibitions, plus a reminder that The Tomb: Ancient Egyptian Burial exhibition closes on Sunday 3 September:

Last chance to see The Tomb: Ancient Egyptian Burial Don’t miss your last chance to see The Tomb: Ancient Egyptian Burial which closes on Sunday 3 September. Showcasing a selection of spectacular objects, some of which have never been seen in public before, this free exhibition allows you to step back in time and discover how Egyptian burial practices changed over 1,000 years. This exhibition is also your only chance to see the unique, full-length mummy shroud which was only recently discovered in our collections. Find out what our visitors have to say about the exhibition here. more info September events at our museums Country Fair Sun 3 Sep, 10:00–17:00 National Museum of Rural Life Join us for a celebration of all things rural, with plenty to enjoy inside and out. Get up close to farmyard favourites and enjoy a variety of animal antics, from the ever-popular Dog and Duck Show to sheepdog trials and pig racing – all while immersing yourself in farm life. With demonstrations, hands-on activities and traditional rural crafts, you’ll be an expert in no time! Book now The Wheels and Wings Show Sun 24 Sep, 10:00–17:00 National Museum of Flight Get swept off your feet at The Wheels and Wings Show! See amazing motorbike stunts, have a go on segways and race round our mountain bike track. Then find out about flight of a different kind with our bird of prey show, check out over 150 classic cars and enjoy watching mini traction engines make their way around the site. Book Now Also in September Explorathon: Murder at the Museum Fri 29 Sep, 12:00–16:00, National Museum of Scotland Release your inner detective and get under the skin of forensic science and crime. Uncover the lethal links between poison and herbalism and dig deeper into murder mysteries, past and present, at this free drop-in event. Part of Dig It! 2017 and VisitScotland's Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology More Info Figure Drawing at the Museum Sat 30 Sep, 10:30–16:00, National Museum of Scotland Hidden beneath layers of protective clothing, finding the real people and stories of the oil industry can be quite a challenge. Join visual artist Sue Jane Taylor on this one-day course as she explores how to capture the individuals behind the masks. Book Now Tartan: A Chequered History Sat 30 Sep, 14:00–15:00, National Museum of Scotland Seeing tartan in Scotland is as likely as rain in summer, however this hasn't always been the case. From rebellion to reinvention, join author Caroline Young and textile designer Lynn Wilson for a comprehensive look at the history of tartan. read more 5,000 years of Scottish history in 25 objects From the Lewis Chessmen to Dolly the Sheep, VisitScotland have brought together 25 objects that have shaped Scotland’s history for a new e-book as part of the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology. Find out More An archaeological jigsaw Ahead of the opening of Scotland’s Early Silver on 13 October, Dr Fraser Hunter explores how a hoard of hacked-up silver is changing how we view the relationship between Rome and Scotland over 1,700 years ago in his latest blog. Read More Open Online Studies: Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobites Inspired by our Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobites exhibition, this free online course over three weeks covers the Jacobite campaigns from 1688 to 1746, exploring a range of objects and paintings associated with this turbulent period in British and European history Find Out More Become a Member today To enjoy Discounts to our special events       Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF Copyright © 2017 National Museums Scotland, All rights reserved.