History Events in Edinburgh in September 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Maps: Memories from the Second World War
Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service
Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.
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Ghosts - Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle
Come along and see the sights of Lauriston Castle as never seen before – hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city!
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Ramsay & Edinburgh Fashion
A collection of Allan Ramsay’s portraits of women from NTS properties are brought together at the Georgian House for the first time.
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Daring & Delicious - Private Walking Tour
Come to wander through the secret alleyways of old Edinburgh - come to listen, come to share your own daring stories. This private tour is unmissable!
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Daring Women of Edinburgh - A Walking Tour of Our History
Come on this walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!
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Dare to Rethink Edinburgh - A Quirky Walking Tour
Join Daring Women's upbeat Edinburgh female guide for a bit of unusual history and a bit of daring rethinking. All outrageous ideas are welcome!
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Terror Walking Tour
Dare you join Auld Reekie Tours on a spine-chilling adventure beneath Edinburgh's streets?
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Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends
Dive into Edinburgh's darker corners on a thrilling 2-hour walk exploring the city's most bone-chilling legends.
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The Outlander 1 Day Experience
Embark on an epic adventure to the iconic backdrops of the beloved series Outlander on this 1 Day experience!
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National Museum of Flight Behind the Scenes Tours
Find out about our collection of aero-engines and propellers on a curator-led tour of our Object Store.
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Scottish Geology Festival
Learn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!
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Exclusive Outlander Locations Guided Tour of Hopetoun House
Transport yourself to the heart of Outlander with our exclusive guided tour of Hopetoun House (incl ticket to Midhope Castle)!
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Theravāda Buddhism
This thought-provoking exhibition charts the history and influence of the Theravāda Buddhist tradition across the world, including its role in Scotland today.
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Student Sessions: Style & Society
Join us at The King's Gallery on 20th September for an exciting opportunity for students in arts, heritage and culture to explore to the exhibition, Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians!
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Celtic Crag
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Dancing in Enlightenment Edinburgh
This course will introduce students to the historical and social background of the 18th-century Scottish dance scene in Edinburgh Old Town by exploring the streets and buildings connected with it.
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Local History Talk- Dave Farries QFSM- Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage
Join Dave Farries at McDonald Road Library on Monday 23rd September for this talk on the history of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service in Scotland and Edinburgh!
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Bordeaux in the ‘Burgh Wine Tasting
Join Cockburns of Leith for a free wine tasting on 25th September and journey back to the past as we discuss Bordeaux’s history with Edinburgh, the Auld Alliance, and how Cockburns of Leith began!
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Plant Magic Talk
Join Greg Kenicer, botanist and lecturer at the Royal Botanic Garden of Edinburgh, at Dovecot Studios on 25th September to explore how and why plants have been used in magic over centuries!
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Doors Open Day: Adam Smith’s Panmure House
Explore the historic Adam Smith's Panmure House in the heart of Edinburgh for Doors Open Day weekend in association with Scottish Civic Trust.
READ MOREDoors Open Days - East Lothian
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across East Lothian! This year's event will be held on 28th & 29th September!
READ MOREDoors Open Days - Edinburgh
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Edinburgh! This year's event will be held on September 28rd & 29th!
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Palaeobiology Collection Tour
Join the curators of Palaeobiology at National Museums Scotland for a behind the scenes tour of the fossil collections stored at the National Museums Collection Center.
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History Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Heritage Class: The Story Of Clarkston
What was our home area like hundreds of years ago? How did it change into what we can see today and who was responsible? Come along and explore the story of Clarkston including Stamperland & Overlee.
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Heritage Walk: Clarkston & Overlee
Take a guided walk around Clarkston and Overlee and discover how the settlement grew by uncovering the evidence that can still be seen today.
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Doors Open Days East Renfrewshire
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across East Renfrewshire! This year's event will be held on September 21st & 22nd.
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Doors Open Days - Fife East
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Fife! This year's events in Fife East will be held on 2nd & 3rd September!
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Heritage Tour: East End of St Andrews
Enjoy a fascinating Heritage Tour of the East End of St Andrews and explore the rich history of this beautiful area with knowledgeable and local guides!
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Doors Open Days - Fife Central
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Fife on selected dates in September!
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival
Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is an annual event celebrating the city's architecture, culture, and heritage through a free programme of open buildings and events taking place in September!
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Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!
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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Leadhills Miners Library
Leadhills Miners Library is the oldest subscription library in the British Isles and is now a museum of literature and village life, open weekends May to September!
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Hidden Gems: Unseen Objects of the Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum Collection
As part of Doors Open Month, Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum are showcasing some star objects as part of their FREE temporary exhibition, Hidden Gems.
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Biggar Town Trail - Scavenger Hunt
The Friends of Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum invite you to join them for an exciting Town Trail Scavenger Hunt, where adventure meets local history!
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Doors Open Days Inverclyde
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Inverclyde! This year's event will be held on September 28th & 29th!
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Sma’ Shot Cottages
The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Doors Open Days Stirling
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Stirling! This year's event will be held on September.
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Doors Open Day at The Engine Shed
The Engine Shed is opening it's doors on 21st and 22nd September as part of Doors Open Day 2024. Join us to discover what's inside and learn about it's history!
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Stirling Ghostwalk
Join Stirling Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul, the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin, on a creepy, comic guided ghostwalk!
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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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