National Museums Scotland

For those of my followers who live in, near or are going to visit Scotland:

A rare chance to see a piece of Scottish history This year marks the 700th anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath. A highlight of the year will be the opportunity to see the iconic document at the National Museum of Scotland Friday 27 March–Sunday 26 April, the first time it has been on public display for 15 years. Don’t miss your chance to see this important piece of Scottish history up close. Enjoy related events throughout the display. Learn about the history and significance of the declaration at a panel discussion (Friday 27 March) and find out how ancient parchments are repaired and cared for at Preserving Parchment and Seals (Saturday 28 March). The display is in partnership with National Records of Scotland. read more Exhibitions and displays Tyrannosaurs Until Mon 4 May National Museum of Scotland Come face to face with tyrannosaurs in this cutting-edge exhibition, bringing the latest palaeontological discoveries to life. Explore the tyrannosaur family tree with life-size cast skeletons, including Scotty the T. rex, rare fossils, incredible models and amazing multimedia experiences. Book Now Scotland's Precious Seas Fri 13 Mar–Sun 28 Jun National Museum of Scotland Discover the diversity of life in Scotland’s seas and the many threats facing our marine life. Find out about the scientific research measuring the impact of human activity on the marine environment and how global climate change is affecting the wildlife in our waters. Read more Symposium: Museums and Contemporary Craft  Thu 5 Mar Explore how collaboration between museums and contemporary craft can shed new light on museum collections and how knowledge-sharing allows us to re-evaluate the past. The day will culminate with an exclusive preview of the new Glenmorangie Commission by silversmith Simone ten Hompel. Read More Tyrannosaurs events at the National Museum of Scotland Film Screening: The Land Before Time  Sun 8 Mar National Museum of Scotland Join us for a screening of this classic family film. An orphaned 'long neck’ dinosaur called Littlefoot and his new friends face a dangerous journey to a beautiful, food-rich valley in this heart-warming 1980s film. Produced by Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, this screening is suitable for all ages.   Book Now Museum Late: Jurassic Party   Fri 13 Mar National Museum of Scotland Don’t miss your chance to see Tyrannosaurs after hours. Meet a life-size baby T. rex on the dancefloor, enjoy dinosaur-themed comedy, roar your favourite karaoke hits, ask a curator all your Cretaceous queries, enjoy a monster playlist in a bumper silent disco and enjoy T. rexcellent refreshments across a selection of bars.  Book NOW Events at the National Museum of Scotland Audio Descriptive Tour: Parasites Sat 21 Mar Artist Juliana Capes leads a free descriptive tour of Parasites: Battle for Survival for visually impaired visitors. Join the battle against five tropical diseases and the parasites that cause them in this interactive exhibition. Book Now Refuge Britain: Stories of Émigré Designers Sat 21 Mar A panel of experts discuss the experience of Bernat Klein, Tibor Reich and other émigré textile designers in this event as part of Insiders/Outsiders Festival. Hear about the designers’ unique contribution and influence, along with an exclusive screening of the film Refuge Britain. BOOK NOW A gem of a gift Find some Mother’s Day gift inspiration in our beautiful selection of Heathergem jewellery. Heathergems are made from Scottish heather that is dried, dyed, compressed and cut into colourful gems, reflecting the colours and textures of the country's landscape. Each piece is completely unique, making it the perfect gift.   SHop online Sweet Mother's Day treats Enjoy an afternoon at the museum. Buy one cream tea and get one half price at the National Museum of Scotland's cafes from Friday 20–Monday 23 March.  Eat at the museum Springtime at our museums Fly into March National Museum of Flight Set your sights on a weekend at the National Museum of Flight. See amazing aircraft, from our military and civil aviation collections to Scotland’s Concorde. Fill your day with supersonic experiences, interactive exhibitions and enjoy acres of green grass and fresh air.   Plan your visit New arrivals at the farm National Museum of Rural Life Head to the National Museum of Rural Life to meet the latest additions to our working farm. Our first Ayrshire calves of the season were born in January, named Ruby’s Magic and Carrie’s Magic. Our lambs are due to arrive in late-March, signalling the onset of spring. Plan your trip today to meet the new arrivals. plan your visit On our blog Archie Brennan was a master of modern tapestry, who began his career as an apprentice at Dovecot Studios aged just 16. Read about a project that examines Brennan’s life and work in our new blog by Lisa Mason, Assistant Curator of Modern & Contemporary Design. Read More Give memories that last a lifetime, give the gift of Membership From our friends Mrs Puntila and Her Man Matti The Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, Fri 28 Feb–Sat 21 Mar Bertolt Brecht’s classic master and servant comedy is given a gender switched Scottish adaptation by award-winning writer Denise Mina. Starring Elaine C. Smith in the title role.  Read more Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF Copyright © 2020 National Museums Scotland, All rights reserved.

Tyrannosaurs have arrived in Edinburgh Our monster exhibition Tyrannosaurs is now open. See fossils and cast skeletons including Scotty – one the largest and most complete T. rex skeletons in the world. Walk with dinosaurs as they explore the city, learn more about the tyrannosaur family tree and engage with interactives and augmented reality experiences.  Book now Feb-ROAR-y half term Enjoy six days of roarsome family activities inspired by Tyrannosaurs at the National Museum of Scotland. From 10–15 February, drop in for dinosaur-themed craft sessions, object handling and the chance to learn fantastic facts from our curators. Be sure to book ahead for Teach Rex shows – featuring two life-like dinosaurs – and Dino Diggers story sessions.  Read More February half term at our museums Reach for the Skies Sat 8–Mon 10 Feb & Fri 14–Sun 16 Feb National Museum of Flight Discover what it’s like to work in the sky with family activities this half term. See changing trends in airline uniform design from the 1950s to the present day, have a go at a safety briefing and meet an airline pilot. Take the chance to climb onboard Concorde and explore this iconic commercial aircraft. READ MORE Twisting Tales Sat 8 & Sun 9 Feb National Museum of Rural Life Bring your family to a weekend of willow crafts, storytelling and music. Join Tiny Tractor Troopers for interactive storytelling, enjoy traditional tunes with sets programmed by Live Music Now Scotland, and have a go at making your own willow masterpiece.   READ MORE Events at the National Museum of Scotland Spotlight On: Looking for Dinosaurs Thu 6 Feb If you've been inspired by Tyrannosaurs, then join curator Dr Stig Walsh to hear all about digging for dinosaurs. From midge repellent to rock cutters, discover the essentials required out in the field.  BOOK NOW Spotlight On: Parasites Thu 20 Feb Join curator Sophie Goggins for an in-depth look at the themes of our exhibition Parasites: Battle for Survival. Hear about the fight to eliminate five parasitic tropical diseases and the role of research taking place in Scotland to do this. BOOK NOW Museum Socials Fri 21 Feb Our Museum Socials series of events are created for anyone affected by dementia and their relatives, friends and supporters. This month get inspired by our Tyrannosaurs exhibition and learn about the most feared and revered of all dinosaurs with our palaeontologists. book now Egypt, Past and Present in Dialogue  Sat 22 Feb Journalist, writer and broadcaster Samira Ahmed will be chairing this panel exploring the legacies of British archaeological practices in Egypt. Speakers include curator Margaret Maitland, researchers Heba Abd el Gawad and Alice Stevenson, along with their Egyptian project partners. BOOK NOW Careers Hive Open Day Sat 29 Feb Join Edinburgh Science Learning to explore options available to young people within science, technology, engineering and maths. Explore interactive activities, get hands-on with specialist scientific equipment and meet professionals from a wide spectrum of industries. Read More Meet the tyrannosaur family! To mark Tyrannosaurs we’ve created a bespoke range of T. rex-themed goodies. Browse t-shirts, tote bags and tea cups featuring every member of the T.Rex family, from Ski-Rex, 3D-Rex and 'To be or not to be'-Rex, there’s a T. rex personality to suit every dino fan. Shop the range online or visit the exhibition shop. SHOP THE EXHIBITION BECOME A MEMBER TODAY AND ENJOY FREE ENTRY TO OUR EXHIBITIONS  Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF Copyright © 2020 National Museums Scotland, All rights reserved.

Tyrannosaurs opens this Thursday The tyrannosaurs are gathering in Edinburgh! Opening this Thursday 23 January at the National Museum of Scotland, Tyrannosaurs is your chance to meet the most feared and revered of all dinosaurs. While the most famous member of the tyrannosaur family is the mighty T. rex, tyrannosaurs came in all shapes and sizes, and their history extends over 100 million years. In this exhibition, explore the tyrannosaur family tree and learn how exciting new discoveries are challenging what we know about these ferocious predators. An exhibition created by the Australian Museum and toured internationally by Flying Fish. Supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. BOOK NOW Watch the exhibition trailer Will Guanlong wucaii make it to the museum on time? Watch as Guanlong, an early species of feathered tyrannosaur, arrives in Edinburgh and races to join other members of its family at the exhibition. WATCH NOW Cutting-edge experiences Through an augmented reality experience and large-scale projections, interact with dinosaurs in real time inside the gallery, and walk side by side with T. rex and other tyrannosaurs as they explore Edinburgh. book now Exhibition events Spotlight On: Looking for Dinosaurs Thu 6 Feb, 14:00–15:00 The latest in our series of talks for adults, this is a chance to join curator Dr Stig Walsh as he explores the challenges of looking for dinosaurs in the field – from rock cutters to midge repellent. book now February Half Term Mon 10–Sat 15 Feb Make your own terrific T. rex using recycled materials, get hands on with dinosaur objects, ask our curators your most pressing dinosaur questions, or join an interactive Dino Diggers session for children aged 2–5. READ MORE Teach Rex Sat 15 Feb, 11:00, 13:00 & 15:00 Come face to face with two life-like dinosaurs in this interactive family show. Join Teach Rex to explore the anatomy and behaviour of the mighty T. rex, the most magnificent beast to ever roam planet Earth. BOOK NOW Film Screening: The Land Before Time Sun 8 Mar, 11:00–12:30 An orphaned long-neck dinosaur called Littlefoot and his new friends face a dangerous journey to a beautiful, food-rich valley in this classic 1980s film. Produced by Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, this family favourite is suitable for all ages. READ MORE Museum Late: Jurassic Party Experience dinosaurs after dark on Friday 13 March as we celebrate Tyrannosaurs. Join a life-size baby T. rex on the dance floor, enjoy themed comedy, learn what it's like to discover a fossil and pose your Cretaceous queries to our curators. Entry includes access to the exhibition. Age 18+. bOOK NOW Become a member today FOR FREE EXHIBITION ENTRY > Our mailing address is: National Museums Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF Copyright © 2020 National Museums Scotland, All rights reserved.