National Museums Scotland listings 7 July to 18 August 2008
National Museums Scotland listings
7 July to 18 August 2008
Highlights
Heavy Horse Show
National Museum of Rural
Life
Sun 13 July
10:00-17:00
Adult £6, Conc £5, Child free, Members free
Come and see Clydesdale horses, and Highland and Shetland ponies at one of Scotland's biggest heavy horse shows. See nearly 200 of the country's largest and smallest horses, from six feet tall to 34 inches small! There will be show classes, displays, agility courses and even special craft workshops for children.
Airshow 2008
Sat 26 July
10:00-17:00
Advance Ticket Prices:
Adult £14, Conc £12, Child 5-15 £7, Family (2 adults, 3 children) £35,
Members:
Adult £11, Conc £9, Child 5-15 £5, Child 0-4 free
Gate Ticket Prices:
Adult £17, Conc £15, Child 5-15 £10, Family (2 adults, 3 children) £45, Child 0-4 free
Parking £4
Programme £4
Come along to the National Museum of Flight's Airshow for an action packed day out that all the family will enjoy!
Visit East Fortune Airfield on Saturday 26 July for the National Museum of Flight's annual air display. In the afternoon there will be over two hours of breathtaking, high octane aerial displays, ranging from historic warbirds to contemporary military jets.
Prefer to keep your feet on the ground? There will be plenty to see and do throughout the day; children's activity workshops, fairground rides, flight simulators, displays, demonstrations and much, much more...
Check the website for programme updates as they happen, and to book your tickets. www.nms.ac.uk/airshow
Exhibitions
Scotland: A Changing Nation
National Museum of Scotland
Opening 11 July 2008
Level 6
Free
Discover the political, industrial and cultural influences that have helped shaped today's Scotland.
In July, a major new permanent gallery will open at the National Museum of Scotland. From the First World War to the present day, Scotland: A Changing Nation will trace the varied experiences of people living and working in Scotland. Through first-hand accounts, significant objects and film, you can examine how Scotland has been shaped into the nation it is today.
Scotland: A Changing Nation explores five major themes affecting life in Scotland, including war, industry and economics and social change. The final part of the journey celebrates Scottish achievement in sport, culture, medicine, science and technology.
Exhibits will range from traditional to contemporary, including everything from furniture to food and technology to textiles.
Reflecting the vibrancy and diversity of Scottish culture during the past century, this gallery brings together many fascinating objects and perspectives from all over Scotland - creating a thought-provoking glimpse into Scottish social history.
Call to Arms
National War Museum
Until Sun 1 Feb 2009
Included in Castle admission
Explore the history, tactics and weapons of Scottish infantry over the centuries.
From 14th-century ‘Galloglass' mercenaries and 17th-century highland warriors to today's modern soldiers, Scottish soldiers have always had a fearsome reputation on the battlefield.
While technology has changed the way warfare has been fought over the centuries, one thing remains constant: the importance of infantry. Call to Arms explores the unwavering need for ‘boots on the ground' by charting the development of Scottish foot soldiers since the 14th century.
Examine the clothing, protection, weapons and tactics employed by soldiers and uncover some of the motivations behind the fighting Scotsman.
See examples of modern infantry weapons used by the British Army and get to grips with replica swords and armour in the hands-on section.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
National Museum of Rural Life
Until Sun 14 Sept 2008
Included
in admission to the museum
The exhibition shows some of the most stunning and original wildlife pictures
taken by photographers worldwide of all ages.
Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada
National Museum of Scotland
Until Sun 19 October
Free
Experience the lives of one of Canada's indigenous communities and discover some of Scotland and Canada's shared history. In the 1850s and 60s Scottish fur traders collected beautifully-crafted objects from the Dene peoples living in the Canadian subarctic. Now part of National Museums Scotland's collection, these objects provide a fascinating insight into a living community.
Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada is the result of a new relationship National Museums Scotland has built with the descendents of the people who traded with the Scots, in particular the Dogrib Dene, or Tlicho, in their own language. The objects are returning to Scotland from Canada where they have been on display, along with contemporary material purchased from the Dene people for our collections.
Find out how the objects came to the museum. Admire their beauty, skill and workmanship. Experience personal stories from the community. Discover the extremes of the subarctic environment. What was it like to live here 150 years ago and how is it different today?
Hip Knits
National Museum of Costume
Until Fri 31 October
Included in museum admission
After you have journeyed through a century of style in our room settings, look out for this stylish showcase that's bang up to date!
From Fair Isle sweaters, to cutting-edge creations, Scotland has an international reputation for its beautifully designed knitwear.
This new exhibition puts the spotlight on ‘hip knits' from Scotland. Explore the enduring popularity of luxury Scottish knitwear and check out some of the latest catwalk designs. See knitwear by Queene and Belle, Pringle of Scotland, Ingrid Tait (of Tait & Style), James Millar, Vivienne Westwood and other leading international fashion firms.
Events/activities
National Museum of Scotland
Connect Super Science Shows
Connect gallery
Every Sat & Sun
12:15/13:15/14:15/15:15 (20 mins)
Free/drop-in
Come along to our free events every weekend in Connect. Find out about science in the real world at our Meet the Scientist event or enjoy a free SuperScience show. Age 5+.
In the Moog: The Social Construction of the Electronic Music Synthesizer
A lecture by Trevor Pinch, Cornell University
Dunfermline RoomThurs 10 July
3pm The event is free, but you need to book your seat in advance with Maureen Kerr on 0131 247 4274 or m.kerr@nms.ac.uk From the Understanding Technology lecture series - a collaboration between National Museums Scotland and the Institute for the Study of Science, Technology and Innovation, Edinburgh.Extremes event: Get Creative: Beading Workshop
National Museum of Scotland
Level 2 (Meet in Hawthornden Court)
Sat 12 July
11:00/14:00(2 hours)
£5 / £4
Book now on 0131 225 7534
Ages 16+
Be inspired by the Tlicho's intricate beadwork. Decorate bags and scarves with your own floral-bead patterns. Lead by artist Nina Sleight. Materials included in ticket price.
Scottish Swordsmen of Legend
Hawthornden Court
Sun 13 July
12:45/13:45/14:45 (30mins)
Free
Maestro Paul MacDonald brings legend and adventure to life! Hear fascinating tales of battlefield terror and honour from the extraordinary lives of some of Scotland's greatest swordsmen and witness how their weapons were used in battle.
Steam-engine
Level 1, 3 & 4
Thu 17-Sat 19 July Thu 24-Sat 26 July, Thu 31-Sat 2 August, Thu 7-Sat 9 August
10:30-12:30/14:00-16:00 (Drop-in)
Free
Step back in time and encounter everyday characters from Scottish history, all with a story to tell! Meet a steam engine driver, hear what life was like for an Edinburgh doctor in the 1800s and watch out for an unlucky lady in the stocks awaiting her gruesome punishment!
Extremes event: Fun with Beads
Hawthornden Court
Sat 19 July
10:30 -16:00
Drop-in/Free.
Ages 5+
Kids can make their own bead necklaces, inspired by the beautiful beadwork of the Tlicho people of Subarctic Canada.
Extremes event: Tales from the Subarctic
Special Exhibitions gallery, Level 3
Sun 20 July, 3 August
11:15/13:15/14:15 (30 mins)
Free.
Ages 5+
Storyteller and harper Heather Yule weaves stories and music inspired by the beautiful objects in our special exhibition.
A Hysterical History of Scotland
Hawthornden Court
Sun 20 July
12:45/13:45/14:45 (30mins)
Free
Join Shonagh Price and Alan McHugh on a theatrical, comical and musical journey through Scotland's past from the Picts to the present day.
Summer Science
Connect gallery
Mon 21-Fri 1 August
Free /Drop-in
Ages 5+
Join us for a fun fortnight of science events in the Connect gallery: from five-minute encounters with a science busker to counting whales or making your own brain, there's something different every day!
Songs and Stories of a Changing Nation
Hawthornden Court
Sun 27 July
12:45/13:45/14:45 (30mins)
Free
Join Stuart McHardy and friends for spirited songs and tales about issues that have shaped Scotland over the last century.
Extremes event: Worn Out? Worn Art!
Hawthornden Court
Sat 2 August
10:30 -16:00(Drop-in)
Free
Ages 5+
A fabulous art workshop inspired by how the Tlicho people make use of the resources all around them. Join artist Trina O'Hara to help design and make a fun outfit from recycable materials.
Free Music at the Museum
Hawthornden Court
Sun 3-Sun 24 August
Weekday:12:45 (45mins) Weekend:12:45/13:45 (45 mins)
Free
You'll be here every day for this vibrant three week programme of the very best of Scottish music and dance. Highlights include Mary Ann Kennedy, clarsach player and Gaelic Singer; and Ewan Robertson, BBC Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2008.
Sun 3 August: Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust: Inverkeithing Step Dancers
Mon 4 August: Jennifer Port: Clarsach, voice
Tue 5 Gary Innes, Ewan Robertson: Accordion, guitar, voice
Wed 6 Claire Mann, Aaron Jones: Fiddle, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin
Thu 7 Donald Lindsay: Pipes, ballad singer
Fri 8 Panalba: Historical Scottish folk music through the centuries
Sat 9 Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust
Sun 10 Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust
Mon 11 Sarah Naylor, Douglas Millar: Fiddle, keyboard
Tue 12 Skerryvore: Five piece traditional boy band from the Isle of Tiree
Wed 13 Commonwealth Dancers
Thu 14 Kathleen Graham: Clarsach, voice
Fri 15 Angus Lyon, Ruaridh Campbell: Accordion, fiddle
Sat 16 Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust
Sun 17 Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust: Celtic Storm
Mon 18 Anna Wendy Stevenson,Ewan McPherson: Fiddle, guitar
National Museum of Rural Life
Activity Wednesday
Wed 9, 16, 30 July, 6 August
11:30-13:30/14:00-16:00
Book now
Dinodig
Mon 21-Fri 25, Mon 28-Tues 29 July
11:00-12:00, 14:00 -15:00
Book now
Teddy Bears Picnic and Traditional Sports Day
Sun 3 August
13:00 -16:00
Digital Photography
Sun 10 August
11:00 -13:00 14:00 -16:00
Book now
Evening Bat Walks
Tue 12 August
20:30 -22:30
Book now
Know the Code - Outdoor Access Awareness
Sun 17 August
14:00 -16:00
Animal Mask Workshop
Sun 17 August
14:00 -16:00
Celebrating Country Skills
Sun 17 August
10:00 -17:00
Adult £6, Conc £5, Child free, Members free
Experience all the fun at the farm with demonstrations, craft fairs, pony rides and workshops. Watch the farmer work his sheep in style with the Sheep Dog Trials and see sparks fly with the renowned Edward Martin Horseshoeing Competition, where farriers from home and abroad compete in this test of speed and skill.
National Museum of Costume
Kids' Craft Workshops
Mon 7, Wed 9, Fri 11, Mon 14, Wed 16, Fri 18, Mon 21 Wed 23, Fri 25, Mon 28, Wed 30 July, Fri 1, Mon 4 August
10:00 (2 hours)
£2
Book in advance on 01387 850 375
Get creative at our ever-popular sessions for children. There are different activities at every workshop in the holidays with everything from outdoor art to kite making and flying, willow sculpture making to animal tracking and a whole series of art and craft workshops. Try your hand at felt making and fabric dyeing or join us in trying to knit a record-breaking scarf.
New for 2008 - come along to Storycraft with our resident storyteller, then take part in a craft activity relating to the tale.
Victorian Day
Sun 27 July
11:00 -16:00
Adult £3, Conc £2, Child under 12 free, Members free
Following on from the success of last year's event, enjoy another opportunity to step back in time and experience the fashions of a bygone era. Felicity Faichney, celebrated milliner, will be on hand to demonstrate the art of the hat. Why not have a go at creating your own millinery masterpiece?
National Museum of Flight
Radar Room
Until Friday 31 October
Wednesdays 10:00-12:00/13:00-16:00
See vintage radio, radar and avionics equipment.
Scenic Helicopter Tours
Until Friday 31 October
10:00-17:00
Castles and Harbours around East Lothian and Edinburgh City. Free admission to the museum for tour members. Book with PDG Helicopters on 0870 607 9000.
Behind The Hangar Door
Mon 14 July, 11 August
11:00/12:00/14:00/15:00/16:00
Go behind the scenes with the curators on these free guided tours.
Teddy Bears' Picnic
Sat 2-Sun 3 August
11:30-16:00
Bring along your favourite teddy bear. Age 3+.
National War Museum
Regimental Redcoats
Hospital Square
Sat 19-Sun 20 July
12:00-15:00, (20 mins) 12:30, 13:10, 14:00, 15:00
Included in Castle admission
Meet our resident redcoats for marching and musket drills in Scotland's most famous regimental home.
Second World War Scottish Soldiers
Hospital Square
Sat 2-Sun 3 August
12:00-15:00, (20 mins) 12:30, 13:10, 14:00, 15:00
Included in Castle admission
From mountains to deserts, Scottish soldiers fought all over the world during the Second World War. See the war through a soldier's eyes in our re-enactment display.
Museum addresses:
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers St, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
National War Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG
National Museum of Costume, Shambellie House, New Abbey, Dumfriesshire,
DG2 8HQ.
National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian.
National Museum of Rural Life, Wester Kittochside, Philipshill Rd (off Stewartfield Way), East Kilbride, G76 9HR
For booking, opening times and location details, contact National Museums Scotland on 0131 247 4422/www.nms.ac.uk
National Museum of Flight Airshow, 26 July. Book now and save up to £10 per ticket. www.nms.ac.uk/airshow <http://www.nms.ac.uk/airshow>
National Museums Scotland, Scottish Charity, No. SC 011130