Community and access

Programmes

We regularly programme sessions designed to offer an easier and more enjoyable museum visit for anyone who would like a little extra support.

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Museum Socials

Museum Socials are free sessions for anyone living with dementia, their relatives, friends and supporters.
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A group of children stand around a person sitting in a wheelchair playing a banjo

Friday Friends

Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.
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A man and a boy sit on a bench in the grand gallery looking at a large dinosaur picture book. The boy is wearing ear protectors.

Relaxed and ASN family programmes

A variety of sessions for those who might appreciate a calmer experience.
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Wellbeing at the museum

We've compiled a list of ways that everyone can boost their mood using National Museums Scotland and our collections.
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Upcoming events at our museums

  1. A person tracing a child's hand on a piece of paper.
    Event

    Sensory Sunday

    Sun 4 Aug - Sun 1 Dec 2024, 11:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 15:00
    Exciting, hands-on sensory play sessions for children with additional support needs.
    Free

    National Museum of Scotland

    Find out more
  2. A bronze fitting with some soil still visible on its surface. It's rounded, with a concentric circle design.
    Event

    Member Event: Annual Director Lecture - Unearthing the Peebles Hoard

    Thurs 5 Dec, 18:15 - 19:15
    Hear about an exciting new acquisition, as well as our ongoing work to preserve it and the stories it holds.
    Sold out
    Find out more
  3. Event

    Museum Late: Big Burns Ceilidh

    24 Jan 2025, 19:30 - 22:30
    Join us to celebrate Burns Night with a traditional Scottish ceilidh in the Grand Gallery, plus activities throughout our galleries.
    Just announced

    National Museum of Scotland

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