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Take a look inside one of the most treasured objects in the National Museum of Scotland.

Sir James Black was one of the greatest Scottish scientists of the modern era. His work in medicine and pharmacology has improved the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

Discover the story of Scotland at war within the walls of Edinburgh Castle.

Use these seven yoga based poses to move, stretch and get energised, inspired by our collections. You can do each one on its own or all seven together in a 'yoga flow'.

Members receive free access to the National Museum of Rural Life and special events throughout the year, and generous discounts in our shop and café.

Explore a range of activities suitable for pupils working at Early, First and Second Levels including: - Mandarin - Writing a story - Maths and numeracy

For centuries the highly skilled artists and artisans of the Edo Kingdom have produced outstanding artworks of immense cultural value in the royal city of Benin in present day Nigeria.

Only 89 Twin Pioneers were ever built – and you can see one in the National Museum of Flight.

The Making Circles schools project invited children to be inspired by National Museums Scotland’s collections to create new Circular Economy products.

Behind this frightening-looking mask, worn as a disguise by the outlawed Covenanting minister Alexander Peden, lies a fascinating story of rebellion and religious conviction.

Discover how the skull of a 40ft whale, which captured the heart of the nation, has become a permanent feature at the National Museum of Scotland.

Important type specimen discovered on display at the National Museum of Scotland.

National Museums Scotland has been awarded a grant by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) with the National Maritime Museum, London to enable organisations around the UK to work with community groups to explore experiences of empire, migration, and life in Britain through their collections.

Visitors discovered the diversity of life in Scotland’s seas and the many threats facing our marine life.

See the world's first delta winged bomber on display at National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield.

Explore the story of Waterloo at the National War Museum.

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Find out how this revolutionary telescope was invented, and how it found a home at the National Museum of Scotland.

With the introduction of rationing, the threat of air raids, and the loss of so many workers through conscription, daily life looked and felt very different for people at home in Scotland during the Second World War.

Discover how an extra-terrestrial exhibit was made ready for display in the National Museum of Scotland.

We trace the story of the Australian mammals in the Natural World galleries at the National Museum of Scotland and meet the rare numbat.

Meet Ching Ching the panda, one of the world’s most endangered species in Survival at National Museum of Scotland.

Discover how objects in the museum’s collections can help us explore Scotland’s involvement in the Atlantic slave trade and the abolitionist movement.

This bold and engaging sculpture is a mixed media piece made from recycled found objects.

This toolkit was created in partnership with museums across Scotland to explore ways to measure and articulate the social impact of engagement with autistic children, their families and young people.

With a diverse range of events spaces and idyllic grounds, the museum is an ideal location for corporate or private events.

National Museums Scotland is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Sam Alberti as its new Director of Collections.

This exhibition explored how life on earth moved from water onto land 360-345 million years ago.

Join Galloway Hoard researcher Dr Adrián Maldonado as he reacts to depictions of the Viking Age in movies, TV and video games.

We’ve teamed up with upcycling experts Ostrero and artist Bryony Knox to create a design for a cool owl badge – made form a fizzy drinks can! Try it out today.

See five highlight objects that summarise the legacy of Rome's invasions of Scotland

Find out everything you need to know about visiting the National Museum of Rural Life.

The battle of Tel-el-Kebir was a decisive moment in the British maintaining order in Egypt in the late 19th century and its depicted in a magnificent painting at National War Museum.

Images of people taking part in aspects of everyday life at home and and on the front line during the Second World War from the Scottish Life Archive and the collection.

Delve into the diverse collection of pioneering ethnomusicologist Jean Jenkins.

These four unique instruments were specially created for Performance and Lives gallery at the National Museum of Scotland by internationally renowned composer and artist Victor Gama.

The Lewis chess pieces live in the National Museum of Scotland. Colour them in or cut out and make your own chess piece here.

A general self-led visit to the National Museum of Scotland is free to book and allows you to explore a wide range of topics.

Meet Cybraphon, the moody autonomous robot band in a box created by Edinburgh-based artist collective FOUND.

Marvel up close at the pages of an illustrated prayer book featuring a handwritten poem by a young Mary, Queen of Scots.

In 2022, South Asian community groups supported by Networking Key Services (NKS), visited the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh to view the galleries and interpret objects from the South Asian and Scottish collections through their eyes. These are their reflections.

The Cockcroft-Walton generator was developed at the University of Cambridge in the early 1930s to accomplish the first artificial splitting of the atom.