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Exhibitions & displays<\/strong><\/p>\n

National Museum of Scotland<\/strong>
Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
Open 10:00\u201317:00 daily<\/p>\n

Monkeys: Our Primate Family<\/strong>
Until 30 Nov
10:00-17:00
Ticketed<\/p>\n

See some of the rarest and most endangered primates on Earth in Monkeys: Our Primate Family at the National Museum of Scotland. This exhibition explores the remarkable lives of our primate relatives and demonstrates how they have adapted to survive in different habitats. The exhibition brings together more than 50 species of monkeys, apes, lemurs and lorises.<\/p>\n

Book your ticket now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/exhibitions\/monkeys-our-primate-family<\/a><\/p>\n

Cold War Scotland<\/strong>
Until 4 Jan 2026
10:00 \u2013 17:00
Free<\/p>\n

Scotland\u2019s unique geography and topography provided a useful base for Allied military preparations and research during the Cold War, a 40-year nuclear stand-off between the USA and the Soviet Union following the end of the Second World War. Cold War Scotland is an output of Materialising the Cold War, a collaborative research project between National Museums Scotland and the University of Stirling. The project explores how the Cold War heritage is represented and how museums can adapt to tell this story in future. The exhibition will explore both the visible and invisible legacies of the war in Scotland.<\/p>\n

Find out more\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/ColdWarScotland<\/a><\/p>\n

Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

National Museum of Scotland
Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
Open 10:00\u201317:00 daily<\/p>\n

Audio Descriptive Tour: Monkeys: Our Primate Family<\/strong>
3 September
Special Exhibition Gallery, Level 3
17:30-19:00<\/p>\n

Join our tour guide for an audio descriptive tour of Monkeys: Our Primate Family, with accompanying sensory resources and a chance to explore the exhibition after hours.
This tour is aimed at blind, partially sighted and visually impaired visitors. It is most suitable for those ages 14+.<\/p>\n

Book now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/audio-descriptive-tour-monkeys-our-primate-family<\/a><\/p>\n

Relaxed Morning<\/strong>
7 Sep
10:00-12:00 (quiet space open until 12:30)
Free admission, drop-in<\/p>\n

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Join us for our monthly Relaxed Morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum. <\/p>\n

This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families with autistic children; autistic young people and adults; adults living with dementia; adults and children with mental health problems and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience, plus their families, friends and carers. <\/p>\n

Friendly staff will be there to give you a warm welcome and support your visit, as you explore some areas of the museum without noisy interactives and videos to give a more relaxed environment.<\/p>\n

Find out more\u00a0nms.ac.uknms.ac.uk\/events\/relaxed-morning<\/a><\/p>\n

Relaxed Morning: Monkeys: Our Primate Family<\/strong>
7 Sep
10:00 \u2013 12:00 (Quiet space open until 12:30)
Special Exhibition Gallery 1
Tickets from \u00a313<\/p>\n

Join us for our monthly Relaxed Morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the exhibition. During this time some ambient sounds will be turned down and visitor numbers will be reduced.<\/p>\n

A sensory backpack will also be available from the front desk to support your visit.<\/p>\n

Book now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/relaxed-morning-monkeys<\/a><\/p>\n

The Sunday Sketch<\/strong>
21 Sep
Tickets from \u00a313<\/p>\n

Join artist Sheena Russell to learn how to sketch, taking inspiration from the incredible collections on display in our museum galleries.<\/p>\n

Book now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/the-sunday-sketch<\/a><\/p>\n

Legends, Myths and Maths: A Journey Through Scotland<\/strong>
28 Sep
11:00-12:00
Auditorium Level 1
Free, booking required<\/p>\n

Join author David Macphail to explore the myths, legends, wildlife and landscapes of Scotland, with hidden maths. A fun and interactive talk for families presented by Maths Week Scotland.<\/p>\n

Find out more\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/legends-myths-and-maths<\/a><\/p>\n

In Conversation: Peter Ross and Fraser Hunter<\/strong>
28 Sep
15:00-16:00
Auditorium Level 1
Tickets from \u00a37.50<\/p>\n

Join author Peter Ross in conversation with Dr Fraser Hunter, Principal Curator of Prehistoric and Roman Archaeology, as they discuss Peter\u2019s new book. \u2018Upon A White Horse: Journeys in Ancient Britain and Ireland\u2019 (due to be published on 11 Sep 2025) explores the enduring mystery of ancient sites and objects and considers the ways in which they continue to hold significance for people now. <\/p>\n

The book includes a number of items in National Museums Scotland\u2019s collections, including the strange and fascinating Ballachulish Figure.<\/p>\n

Book now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/in-conversation-peter-ross<\/a><\/p>\n

Creative Workshop: An Introduction to Drawing Scottish Wildlife<\/strong>
4 Oct
11:00-16:00
Tickets from \u00a345<\/p>\n

Take a fresh look at our Scottish wildlife collections. These informal creative workshops will focus on helping you to better understand and engage with these fascinating animals in new ways.
Using pencils, artist Meg Buick will teach you how to create various textures and marks to depict the animal world.<\/p>\n

Book now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/creative-workshop-drawing-wildlife<\/a><\/p>\n

Spotlight On: Monkeys: Our Primate Family<\/strong>
7 Oct
14:00-15:00
\u00a33, \u00a32 Members & Conc.<\/p>\n

Join exhibition curator, Dr Andrew Kitchener, to learn how research into our primate collections is shaping our understanding of the biology and conservation of monkey species around the world today.<\/p>\n

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The first exhibition of its kind to show primates behaving as they would in the wild, \u2018Monkeys: Our Primate Family\u2019 brings together more than 50 taxidermy specimens, including monkeys, apes, lemurs and lorises.<\/p>\n

Book now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/spotlight-on-monkeys-our-primate-family<\/a><\/p>\n

National Museum of Rural Life<\/strong>
Philipshill Road, East Kilbride, G76 9HR
Open 10:00\u201317:00 daily\u202f<\/p>\n

Dog and Duck Day<\/strong>
13 Sep
10:30 \u201315:30
Free with museum admission and Annual Pass<\/p>\n

Join us for a fun-filled day of working dog displays, crafts and family storytelling at the National Museum of Rural Life. See clever canines at work in outdoor displays from the Drakes of Hazard sheepdog and duck team and specialist dog trainers, Mordor Gundogs.<\/p>\n

Booking available soon\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/dog-and-duck-day<\/a><\/p>\n

Adult Workshop: Eco Printing<\/strong>
27 Sep
10:15-16:00
Learning Centre
\u00a370, \u00a365 Concessions<\/p>\n

This full-day workshop with natural dyer and textile artist Elisabeth Viguie-Culshaw is suitable for both beginners and those with some natural dyeing or eco printing experience.<\/p>\n

Book now\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/adult-workshop-eco-printing<\/a><\/p>\n

Relaxed Afternoon: National Museum of Rural Life<\/strong>
30 Sep
14:30-17:00
Free with museum admission and Annual Pass<\/p>\n

Join us for our monthly Relaxed Afternoon for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum. This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families with neurodivergent children; neurodivergent young people and adults; adults living with dementia; adults and children with mental health problems; and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience, plus their families, friends and carers.<\/p>\n

Book your visit\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/relaxed-afternoon-national-museum-of-rural-life<\/a><\/p>\n

Autumn Explorers<\/strong>
14 Oct \u2013 17 Oct
10:30-15:30
Free with museum admission and Annual Pass<\/p>\n

Our Autumn Explorers family activities are back, and this time we\u2019re going on a nocturnal nature adventure with storytelling and sustainable crafts.<\/p>\n

Book your visit\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/autumn-explorers<\/a><\/p>\n

National Museum of Flight<\/strong>
East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian, EH39 5LF
Open Weekends only, 10:00\u201316:00\u202f<\/p>\n

360 Fest<\/strong>
6 Sept
10:00-17:00
Tickets from \u00a313.50, book in advance to save<\/p>\n

Go full circle at our big family event at the National Museum of Flight.\u202f You\u2019ll be on a roll this September with our all round family fun event. From stunt shows and pedal-powered activities to interactive sessions and STEM science, there\u2019s something to set everyone\u2019s head spinning.<\/p>\n

Book your ticket\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/360-fest<\/a><\/p>\n

October Half Term: Make Do and Mend<\/strong>
11 Oct-19 Oct
Drop-in daily from 10:00-15:00<\/p>\n

Try knitting, repairing and re-using clothes, following advice from a Second World War publication.
Make Do and Mend was a government campaign during the Second World War to teach people how to repair and reuse existing clothing to help them get through the clothing shortage. During October half term, take part in family activities that will introduce you to some of these skills.<\/p>\n

Book your visit\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/make-do-and-mend<\/a><\/p>\n

Conservation Hangar Talks<\/strong>
Until 29 Mar 2026
14:00-15:00
Free and available as an add-on to your general admission ticket. Booking required.<\/p>\n

Join a member of our Visitor Experience team for a behind-the-scenes look in our Conservation hangar on a free daily talk at 14:00. Find out about objects from the collection that aren\u2019t normally on display and have the chance to see conservators at work.<\/p>\n

Book your visit\u00a0nms.ac.uk\/events\/conservation-hangar-talks<\/a><\/p>\n

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For booking, opening times and location details, contact National Museums Scotland on 0300 123 6789\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n

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