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Edinburgh Castle: Unsung Heroines – the role of the V.A.D.s in World War I May 1st

  • Posted on: 18/04/2017

Come and meet Mrs Clark in Hospital Square and discover the contribution made by the Voluntary Aid Detachment Units in World War I. Performances are at 11.15, 12.15. 14.00 and 15.00

Edinburgh Castle: A forgotten story, Alice Meredith Williams 19 & 20 April

  • Posted on: 18/04/2017

In Memoriam – Forgotten Stories The Scottish War Memorial was opened in 1927. The architect, Lorimer, employed the top artistic talent of the day for its interior decoration and amongst this number, Alice Meredith Williams made a most significant contribution. …

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National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh: Mary, Queen of Scots 21, 22 & 23 March

  • Posted on: 01/03/2017

Here is your chance to find out what it would be like to live in the 16th century and meet Mary, Queen of Scots. Her grace will make sure that you know how to behave in her presence and that …

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National Museum of Rural Life: Evacuees 6-10 March

  • Posted on: 01/03/2017

From the 6 – 10 March, your class can find out what it would be like to be an evacuee at the beginning of the Second World War. On arrival at the Museum you will meet “Miss Moffat” who will take to …

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