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Distant origin of star object from the Galloway Hoard revealed ahead of its first public display
On the 10th anniversary of its discovery, new research and conservation has revealed the West Asian origin of the lidded vessel which contained many of the unique treasures that comprise the Viking-age Galloway Hoard, and which will go on public display for the first time later this month.
Maths Week Scotland reveals winning “Mathscot” ahead of 2024 events
Maths Week Scotland: 23 - 29 September 2024
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Bronze Age jewellery restored for the first time in thousands of years
An early Bronze Age necklace and bracelet have been painstakingly restored by experts at National Museums Scotland. The jewellery will be seen in its original form for the first time in over 4000 years when it goes on display at The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery & Museum this September, to coincide with Scottish Archaeology Month.
Round off the summer at the National Museum of Flight’s new family festival
Visitors to the National Museum of Flight this weekend will be on a roll at the East Lothian attraction’s brand-new family festival. Celebrate all things circular with cycle stunts, circus displays and hands on activities at 360 Fest on Saturday 31 August.
Public appointment: Trustees appointed to the Board of National Museums Scotland
The Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic, Ms Forbes, today announced the appointment of Hermione Cockburn, Judith Cruickshank, Alistair Hetherington, Sally Mackay and Niki McKenzie to the Board of Trustees of National Museums Scotland.
Spectacular Enlightenment sundial acquired by National Museums Scotland
National Museums Scotland has announced the acquisition of an ornate early 18th-century sundial of exceptional precision and design. The Ilay Glynne dial, which is now on display at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, is a masterpiece of both art and science.
Fossil discovery reveals mammals grew more slowly in the Jurassic than they do today
Two unique Jurassic fossil discoveries from the Isle of Skye have shown that mammals in the time of the dinosaurs grew more slowly and lived longer than mammals today.
Rùintean-dìomhair niuclasach na h-Alba gan innse ann an taisbeanadh ùr
Cold War Scotland/ Cogadh Fuar na h-Alba
13 Iuchar 2024 gu 26 Faoilleach 2025
Taigh-tasgaidh Nàiseanta na h-Alba, Sràid Chambers, Dùn Èideann
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Scotland’s nuclear secrets revealed in new exhibition
Cold War Scotland
13 July 2024 to 26 January 2025
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh
Admission: Free
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Bidh an taisbeanadh geama bhidio eadar-ghnìomhach as motha san t-saoghal a’ fosgladh ann an Dùn Èideann air an deireadh-sheachdain seo
Game On
29 Ògmhios gu 3 Samhain 2024
Taigh-tasgaidh Nàiseanta na h-Alba, Sràid Chambers, Dùn Èideann
The National Museum of Flight is flying high with new tours and activities this summer
Visitors can become Second World War codebreakers at the National Museum of Flight this summer. Supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, families will be transported back in time with new activities, tours and a wartime themed puzzle room on the Museum’s historic airfield.
Family fun for all weather at the National Museum of Rural Life this summer
From the farm’s latest arrivals to the ever-popular historic farm house and museum, there’s plenty of family fun to be had this summer come rain or shine at the National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride. Free Nature Track Packs will return with exciting ideas and activities to help the whole family enjoy a day exploring the Scottish countryside, thanks to the support of players of People’s Postcode Lottery.