Find Out Fridays
10 Jan – 27 Jun 2025, every Friday afternoon during term time 13:30 – 16:00
National Museum of Scotland
Free, drop-in
About Find Out Fridays
Exploring a different theme each week, join our Engagement team to learn some of the fascinating facts and surprising stories behind our collections.
Get hands on with real museum objects, take part in a practical demonstration, or have a go at a quick craft activity.
The location of our Find Out Friday activities changes each week according to the theme – please ask a member of staff for more information on the day.
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 and the Tower entrance at the corner of Chambers Street and George IV Bridge.
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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