A child lying on the floor of a large museum gallery next to a long wooden bowl. The child is drawing a picture.
Free
Event

Drawn Together at the Museum 

Fri 27 Dec - Sun 30 Dec 2024, 11:00 - 15:00

National Museum of Scotland

Free, drop-in 

About Drawn Together at the Museum 

Our popular festive art event returns this December. Join us between Christmas and Hogmanay for calming sketching around the museum. 

Join us in the National Museum of Scotland this festive period and be inspired to sketch some of the fascinating objects on display. Whether it’s an old favourite or something new to you, there will be plenty to catch your eye in our galleries. 

Pick up a pencil and paper from our hub in the Grand Gallery before heading off to explore the museum. When you have finished, why not bring your drawing back to be displayed for the day? Or if you prefer to take your artwork home, take a picture and share it with us on social media by using the hashtag: #DrawnTogetherNMS   

This simple activity is open to all ages and artistic abilities. Come along with the whole family or enjoy some mindful time by yourself or with friends.  

On the day

  • Basic drawing materials are provided but you can also bring your own pencils and sketch pad if you choose.  
  • We kindly ask that you only use pencils when drawing in the galleries.  

Accessibility and facilities

We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit. 

Museum entrances

There is level access to the museum via the main doors to the Entrance Hall on Chambers Street, the Tower entrance at the corner of Chambers Street and George IV Bridge, and the Lothian Street entrance.

Lifts

Lifts are available to all floors of the museum. 

Toilets

There are toilets on most levels of the museum, including accessible toilets and baby changing facilities. There is a Changing Places (U) toilet in the Entrance Hall on Level 0. 

Borrow a wheelchair

Wheelchairs are available for loan at no charge. Please note wheelchairs cannot be booked in advance. On arrival, ask about availability at the Information Desk. 

Small mobility scooters are permitted inside the museum.

Assistance dogs

Guide dogs, hearing dogs and other recognised assistance dogs are admitted. 

Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Scotland. 

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