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Multiple venues Marking Time
Explore the history of mark making in Scotland, from the present day to some of the oldest markings to be found in Scotland
Selected dates until Sunday 7 March 2027
Stones of Stenness Circle and Henge Stenness and Barnhouse Walk
Join the Rangers for a walk around one of the oldest stone circles and the nearby Neolthic settlement of Barnhouse.
Selected dates until Wednesday 31 March 2027
Ring of Brodgar Stone Circle and Henge Ring of Brodgar Walk
Join us for a guided walk around Scotland's largest stone circle which forms part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site.
Selected dates until Thursday 25 March 2027
Holyrood Park Arthur's Secrets
A Ranger led walk of Holyrood Park
Selected dates until Tuesday 30 March 2027
Holyrood Park Arthur's Amble
Join a ranger on a free, gentle guided walk to learn about Holyrood Park's geology, wildlife and its rich archaeology and history.
Selected dates until Sunday 7 March 2027
Multiple venues Drawn from the Archives
We care for a fascinating collection of archives, this exhibition highlights and celebrates some of the wonderful drawings held within them and the role they play in preserving and understanding the past.
Selected dates until Monday 5 April 2027
Summerlee Museum Traces of Empire
Working with community groups, this exhibition explores their experiences of the legacies of empire in Scotland, looking for ways forward and finding space to tell their stories.
On until Sunday 1 November 2026
Holyrood Park Holyrood Family Adventure
A fun filled session in the dramatic landscape of Holyrood Park.
Selected dates until Wednesday 17 February 2027
Multiple venues Wild Magic! An autumn family trail
Find the answers to the clues and be rewarded with a sticker
On until Sunday 1 November 2026
Edinburgh Castle Whispers of the past: Dark history of the castle
Join our guide for a journey through the grounds of this ancient site to explore the veiled past of Edinburgh Castle, as well as tales of the shadows and whispers which have been left behind
On until Sunday 1 November 2026
Fully booked
Duff House Work in Focus: Sweetest Eyes Were Ever Seen by John Everett Millais
This artwork forms part of the annual 'Work In Focus' series of paintings loaned from the National Galleries collections
Selected dates until Sunday 26 September 2027
Holyrood Park Saints and Sinners
Join us for a Hallowe’en and All Saints’ Day themed walk, uncovering the light and dark sides of Holyrood’s history of saints and sinners
Sunday 1 November 2026
Fully booked
Engine Shed Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Adaptive Re-use of Buildings
Join us to explore climate change and the major issues affecting Scotland’s historic environment. We'll also cover key principles for improving the energy efficiency of traditional Scottish buildings, with insights into current practical techniques.
Tuesday 3 November 2026
John Sinclair House Family History Fair
Learn about how archives and heritage organisations from around Scotland can help you research your family history.
Friday 6 November 2026
Engine Shed Heritage Science at the Engine Shed
An introduction to the applied use of material science in heritage conservation in Scotland.
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Engine Shed Traditional Building Maintenance
We will explore how to reduce decay and damage in buildings with regular maintenance.
Tuesday 17 November 2026