Current exhibitions and forthcoming events

Democracy for Scotland: The Referendum Experience

 

11 February 2012 - 24 April 2012

 

In particular it chronicles the history behind the two devolution referendums of 1979 and 1997 and explores the nature of the Yes and No campaigns for both referendums, their results and the re-establishment of a Scottish Parliament.

Also on permanent display in the Museum of Edinburgh are spectacular collections of decorative art which reveal a rich history of Scottish craftsmanship - beautifully cut and engraved glass and intricately made silver from Edinburgh and Canongate, longcase clocks made in Edinburgh, as well as displays of Scottish pottery including the earliest known marked piece of Scottish stoneware and Scottish porcelain dating from the 1760s, as well as decorative pieces from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Admission to the Museum of Edinburgh is free. The opening hours are Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm.