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The Launch of the Palimpsest Project at Edinburgh University

  • Posted on: 03/04/2015

For the last year we have been involved in the public engagement to promote this amazing project which has just launched its website. Sir Walter Scott and Mrs Margaret Oliphant were united once again on March 30th to help promote this unique …

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National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride: What’s it like to be an Evacuee in World War II, 9-13 March

  • Posted on: 09/02/2015

From the 9 – 13 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 …

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From Castle to Palace: Mary, Queen of Scots at Edinburgh Castle 26 February, 5, 19 & 26 March

  • Posted on: 09/02/2015

The ever popular Mary, Queen of Scots school workshops return. This is your opportunity for your class to investigate aspects of Mary, Queen of Scots life on a whole day outing. Visit two of the most important sites in Mary’s …

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A very “Mary” Christmas, Edinburgh Castle: 24 & 27-31 December

  • Posted on: 03/12/2014

Join Mary, Queen of Scots in the Great Hall of Edinburgh Castle for a peek into 16th century festive celebrations. Her Grace has just celebrated the christening of her son James at Stirling Castle and feels this mood of celebration …

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