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Join us in June for a Little Adventure in Adventure PlanetSessions are suitable for 2-5 year olds and their adult helpers. We will be getting hands-on with our dinosaurs and exploring the past through rhymes, movement and objects.

June ToursThemed tours take place every day at 15:00 and have a different theme every day. Themed tours are subject to guide availability and some titles may change.

Join us this summer for short sessions for wee ones at the National Museum of Scotland.These short sessions explore themes in the museum through stories, songs, objects and simple activities. Suitable for under 5s and their accompanying adult.

The Art of Africa. Investigate aspects of African culture through music, art and objects.Our Socials create a friendly environment where everyone is welcome and all contributions are valued. They are suitable for first-time visitors and for those who might not regularly come to the museum, as well as people who have always loved visiting.Our sessions are relaxed and informal, start with tea and cake, and feature a range of activities inspired by our collections. Each month has a different theme, so take a look at the dates and topics below.

Take an introductory tour around our new Ancient Egypt Rediscovered gallery to uncover the remarkable culture and achievements of the ancient Egyptians.0

It�s Friday! Drop by our interactive galleries Adventure Planet, Imagine and Explore for some short, family-friendly activities with our enabler team.Go on a Mini Adventure, handle some fascinating objects and enjoy games and science demos. Activities vary each week � ask on the day for details.

June ToursThemed tours take place every day at 15:00 and have a different theme every day. Themed tours are subject to guide availability and some titles may change.

Take an introductory tour around our new Exploring East Asia gallery to discover the diverse traditions, peoples and histories of the fascinating and dynamic cultures of China, Japan and Korea.Our free public guided tours are for adult individuals and small groups of up to six people. These are available on a first come first served basis.

0Explore how fashion creatives are challenging perceptions and championing alternative ideals of beauty on the catwalk.

June ToursThemed tours take place every day at 15:00 and have a different theme every day. Themed tours are subject to guide availability and some titles may change.

0Join us to learn how to sketch using our incredible collections as inspiration.

June ToursThemed tours take place every day at 15:00 and have a different theme every day. Themed tours are subject to guide availability and some titles may change.

0Take a BSL introductory tour around the National Museum of Scotland and discover the stories about selected objects.

View the thought provoking sculptures in and around the house. Commissions taken and items for sale.

Step into a magical environment and experience award-winning artist Serena Korda\’s new sculptural sound installation, inspired by the fascinating story of hidden rebellions at Speke Hall. This installation is supported by the Bluecoat and part of Trust New Art.

Step into a magical environment and experience award-winning artist Serena Korda\’s new sculptural sound installation, inspired by the fascinating story of hidden rebellions at Speke Hall. This installation is supported by the Bluecoat and part of Trust New Art.

Step into a magical environment and experience award-winning artist Serena Korda\’s new sculptural sound installation, inspired by the fascinating story of hidden rebellions at Speke Hall. This installation is supported by the Bluecoat and part of Trust New Art.

Go behind the scenes on a tour of our state-of-the-art collections research centre in Granton, Edinburgh

Discover how brass and copper once featured as mediums of exchange, status and power in Africa through highlights of the museum�s 19th and early 20th century collections from west and central Africa.

This display will tell the stories of the makers and users of an instrument that has been fundamental in improving our understanding of the natural world.

An exceptional exhibition of five recent works centred around landscapes by international contemporary artist Grayson Perry.Includes the epic Battle of Britain Tapestry and the intricate etchings of Map of an Englishman and Map of Days

Discover how today�s fashion industry is challenging perceptions and championing alternative ideals of beauty on the catwalk, in advertising, editorial and behind the camera.

Discover the curious world of Victorian funerary traditions and explore items from Hughenden\’s collection relating to the demise of its most famous resident – Benjamin Disraeli.

Have a go at orienteering at Ilam Park – our permanent course is available all year round, whatever the weather. Ideal for beginners, families, dog walkers and school groups.No booking needed, just purchase the orienteering map for �1.50 from the shop at Ilam Park and off you go!

From Victoria R – The royal gifts of HughendenBenjamin Disraeli, Hughenden\’s famous resident, was Queen Victoria\’s favourite prime minister. Discover the stories behind the gifts she gave him.

Join one of the gardeners and enjoy a seasonal tour of the gardens discovering its short but interesting history and amazing collection of plants.

The Beatrix Potter Gallery\’s exhibition for 2019, which looks at the everlasting popularity of Beatrix\’s \’little white books\’.Featuring original artwork from some of Beatrix Potter�s most popular \’little white books�, �Telling Tales� looks at why, over 100 years after the publication of The Tale of Peter Rabbit, her delightful characters still resonate with so many of us today.

Artist Kashif Nadim Chaudry�s new installation is inspired by Croome�s history as a residential Boys School.Working with ex-pupils and children in-care to examine the question �what is home�, this stunning, thought provoking installation showcases real-life stories through personal objects.

A new painting by Antony Bridge, Croome�s artist-in-residences, commissioned by Croome makes its debut using the same view as Richard Wilson�s famous landscape painting.Paintings by Wilson and new images by Bridge, promise that this exhibition will be both colourful and enticing

To celebrate the acquisition of the generous gift of a large number of early Rossetti sketches, we are launching our new exhibition on Monday 4 March 2019.With information from Lady Mander\’s seminal biography, \’Portrait of Rossetti\’, see how Rossetti\’s early art and poetry developed into the style we celebrate today.