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Corporate & Social Events

The National Museum of Scotland in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town offers the most stunning setting for memorable events.

The National Museum of Scotland is the perfect destination for your next great event.

The museum houses Scotland’s national collections, showcasing treasures from the age of dinosaurs to the technology of the future. Through guided tours, exclusive access or a private view, these exhibits can be incorporated into your event, highlighting a captivating theme or providing a memorable setting for your guests to experience.

All of the profits generated from events are gift aided to National Museums Scotland each year.

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Gala Dinners, Events and Award Ceremonies

From intimate dinners and product launches to red carpet dinners and awards ceremonies, National Museums Scotland’s unique and versatile venues set a memorable scene for up to 1,500 guests.

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Meetings and Conferences

The National Museum of Scotland provides comprehensive facilities for meetings, conferences and presentations.

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Weddings and Social Events

The National Museum of Scotland is a unique setting for dream wedding receptions or family celebrations.

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Filming locations

National Museums Scotland incorporates four diverse museums, each of which offer a variety of unique filming locations.

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We look forward to finding out more about your next event.
An event at the National Museum of Scotland with guest Sir David Attenborough.

An event at the National Museum of Scotland with guest Sir David Attenborough.

We have held a number of events at the museum and have always been pleased with the results. The venue and facilities look impressive but also work well in practical terms, an important factor in helping us to give our guests the best event experience, whether for a drinks reception or a seminar. The museum team always offer us a great level of support so we can feel confident that we are in safe hands and that the events will run smoothly.
- Event organiser, dinner for 800 guests.

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Green Tourism Business Scheme

National Museums Scotland are proud members of the Green Tourism Business Scheme at Gold level. Our Hospitality and Events team are committed to providing sustainable 5* events.

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