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A world of learning at National Museums Scotland…
National Museums Scotland welcomes schools, teachers and students to enjoy our
extensive collections at five very different and impressive museums.
We offer rich resources for learning and teaching, with a full programme of events
for schools, CPD opportunities, online access and plenty of support for self-led class
visits.
Our collections cover archaeology, Scottish history, technology, design, art, fashion
and science, giving you a wide range of opportunities for enriching your students’
learning across the curriculum.
What do we offer to schools?
• Free admission to all booked school groups
• Workshops and events
• Preview and events for teachers
• Bookable lunch and/or cloak rooms at each museum
• Interactive resources and learning materials that you
can access online at www.nms.ac.uk
2008–2009 will be an exciting year for National Museums Scotland with major
changes to several of our museums, including the beginning of a £46.4m project at
our flagship site – a three-year project to transform the Royal Museum building into
a museum for the 21st century.
More information on this project can be found on our website
www.nms.ac.uk/royalmuseumproject
We look forward to your visit!
Cover image: Student work from a creative workshop, National Museum of Scotland
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Each of our five museums offers a diverse series of events, structured to
complement and enhance students’ learning experiences.
National Museum
of Scotland
National Museum
of Rural Life
National Museum
of Flight
Secondary
Higher Art and Design
Standard & Higher Grade Geography
History
Science
Languages – Writing
Standard Grade History
Religious and Moral Education
Jean Muir – Young Fashion Week
Fieldwork Techniques
Exploring Real Evidence
First World War
In the Shadow of the Bomb
Physics at Mach 2
Darwin – The Great Debate
Ghosts of War – Armistice Day Poetry
Trench Warfare
Darwin – The Great Debate
Teachers
Previews & CPD
National Museum
of Costume
National War
Museum
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Page No.
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5
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9
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*All events listed £2 per pupil unless otherwise stated
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Past, present and future…
Take a journey through Scotland’s past; from Roman and Viking settlers to present day Scots. What impact has Scotland
had on the world, and the world on Scotland? Explore Scotland’s rich and colourful past through our extensive collections.
From the Jean Muir: A Fashion Icon exhibition to our new permanent gallery, Scotland: A Changing Nation, you will find
plenty of inspirational ideas, concepts and topics for students across all aspects of the curriculum.
• Scotland: A Changing Nation, a new permanent gallery will open in July 2008. Explore five major themes
affecting life in modern-day Scotland including war and social change.
• Check out life in the Canadian subarctic in our exhibition, Extremes: Life in Subarctic Canada (until Sun 5 October)
and discover some of Scotland and Canada’s shared history.
• Explore the workings of the Jean Muir fashion house in our new exhibition, Jean Muir: A Fashion Icon (opens
Fri 7 November). Discover why Jean Muir was an iconic figure in the fashion world, and unravel the distinctive
Jean Muir look.
• Celebrate Charles Darwin’s bicentenary in 2009 with Darwin – The Great Debate. Give your students the
opportunity to debate Darwin’s Theory of Evolution alongside inspiring and thought-provoking guest speakers.
Location & transport
Open 10:00-17:00 Daily
National Museum of Scotland
is located in the heart of Edinburgh’s
Old Town, just a few minutes walk
from Princes Street and the Royal Mile.
Information & Bookings
www.nms.ac.uk/scotland
0131 247 4041
Address Chambers Street,
Edinburgh EH1 1JF
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By Bus A number of buses go via
the city centre and stop at George
IV Bridge or South Bridge. Visit
www.travelinescotland.com for details.
By Train The nearest train station is
Edinburgh Waverley. Chambers Street
is a few minutes walk (uphill).
By Car Pay and display parking is
available on Chambers Street with
off-street car parking nearby.
By Coach Groups can be dropped off
in front of the museum, but due to
redevelopment of the Royal Museum
building, there is no coach parking.
www.edinburgh.gov.uk/parking
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History
Higher:
Art and Design
Science / Religion
and Moral
Education
Evaluating Sources and
Exploring Real Evidence
Scotland and Britain
1830 – 1930
Jean Muir Young
Fashion Week
Darwin –
The Great Debate
Inspirational workshop for senior
students. Explore the Jean Muir
exhibition, meet a local fashion
designer, explore sketchbooks
and develop ideas for a design
brief. A sharing event later in the
year will allow students to present
their designs.
200 years after Darwin’s birth,
there is still debate over the
theory of evolution. What
evidence is there to support
Darwin’s theory? Inspiring and
thought-provoking guest speakers
will spark ideas for students to
debate in the afternoon session.
Life was changing fast for people
in 19th-century Scotland. Did
technological advancements
really improve life for the average
family? In groups, examine a
range of primary and secondary
sources to present your
conclusions!
S3-S4
1.25hrs
£2
Dates Mon 13 – Thu 16 Oct 08
Times 10:15 / 12:15 / 14:00
To register your interest in
attending, email:
education@royalsoced.org.uk
S5-S6
3hrs
£2
S5-S6
All day
Free
Dates Mon 24 – Thu 27 Nov 08
Mon 26 – Thu 29 Jan 09
Dates
June 09
Times
10:30 – 15:30
Times 13:00 – 16:00
Location The Royal Society of
Edinburgh, 22-26 George
Street, Edinburgh
Notes
10 pupils maximum
Notes
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This event is supported by a
resource pack.
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Flying high…
What better place to bring the past to life, or to examine the future of technology? Step right back into the past
at Britain’s best preserved Second World War airfield, home to a unique collection of civil and military aircraft that
chronicle the story of flight and demonstrate Scotland’s role in it.
• A new interactive flight exhibition will open mid 2009. Examine how and why things fly, with interactive
displays demonstrating the mechanics of flight.
• East Fortune Airfield has been designated a historic scheduled ancient monument. A new exhibition,
examining the history of the airfield and the role it played in both World Wars, will open mid 2009.
The exhibition will reveal the history of the site, from First World War airships to a collection of objects
and artefacts detailing the story of the men and women based at this RAF airfield.
• Get up close to our amazing aircraft, and join the jet-set when you board Concorde.*
*All Concorde visits must be pre-booked separately.
Location & transport
National Museum of Flight
is located in East Fortune, about 20
miles east of Edinburgh.
Address East Fortune Airfield, East
Lothian EH39 5LF
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Opening Times 20 March –
31 October 10:00-17:00
Information & Bookings
www.nms.ac.uk/flight
01620 897 240
By Train ScotRail services
to North Berwick. Visit
www.travelinescotland.com
for further details
By Car The museum is 20 miles
east of Edinburgh, off the B1347.
For detailed directions, visit
www.nms.ac.uk
By Coach Coach parties welcome.
By Bus Service 121, between
Haddington and North Berwick stops
at the museum.
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Science
History
Physics at Mach 2
In the Shadow
of the Bomb
Waves, air pressure and the speed
of sound – an inspirational look
at the science behind some of the
world’s most advanced aircraft.
S1-S3
2.5hrs
£2
First World War
What was it like to live with
the threat of nuclear war?
Experience a site used for storing
emergency vehicles and food
supplies during the Cold War.
Study our aircraft from the
period, including the Vulcan: a
purpose-built nuclear bomber.
S3-S4
2.5hrs
5
£2
Dates Any week day in term
Dates Any week day in term
Times 10:30
Times 10:30
Notes
Notes
Why was there a Royal Naval
Air Station at East Fortune? Look
at the evidence for the role this
site played in the defence of
Scotland and the naval arms
race. Learn about the experiences
of individual men and women
through our new exhibition.
S3-S4
2.5hrs
£2
Dates Any week day in term
after Easter 2009
Times 10:30
2 classes per session (70 max)
2 classes per session (70 max)
Notes
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2 classes per session (70 max)
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Escape to the country . . .
Discover what life was like for country people in the past and how this has shaped Scotland’s countryside today.
Experience how people lived through hardship and compare it with modern farming methods. Examine contemporary
issues including GM foods, fox hunting, dairy production and how our food gets from field to fork.
• Celebrate Charles Darwin’s bicentenary in 2009 with Darwin – The Great Debate. Give your students
the opportunity to debate Darwin’s Theory of Evolution alongside inspiring and thought-provoking
guest speakers.
• What role did the farm play during the Second World War? Visit the Anderson Shelter to learn more
about the farm’s fascinating history.
• National Museum of Rural Life is an excellent resource for ecological studies, including woodland,
farmland and wetland habitats.
• Free accompanied tours of our working 1950s farm which preserves many traditional and rare
farming methods.
Location & transport
National Museum of Rural Life
is located in Wester Kittochside,
approximately 10 miles south
of Glasgow.
Address Wester Kittochside,
Philipshill Road, East Kilbride G76 9HR
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Opening Times Daily 10:00-17:00
Information & Bookings
www.nms.ac.uk/rural
0131 247 4377
By Train The nearest station is East
Kilbride, approximately 3 miles from
the museum, then by taxi or bus.
By Coach Coach parties welcome.
By Car We are situated just off the
A727, approximately 10 miles south
of Glasgow. For detailed directions,
visit our website www.nms.ac.uk/rural
By Bus
First Bus Service 31 from Glasgow
to East Kilbride.
Visit www.travelinescotland.com
for a timetable.
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Standard and
Higher Grade:
Geography
Science / Religion
and Moral
Education
Geography Fieldwork
Techniques
Darwin –
The Great Debate
Our fields and hedgerows are
an excellent resource for this
teacher-led session. We supply
all the equipment you need for
activities such as landscape
evaluation and surveying,
including taking transects and
mapping. Ask for a copy of our
teaching guide which supports
fieldwork activities.
200 years after Darwin’s birth,
there is still debate over the
theory of evolution. What
evidence is there to support
Darwin’s theory? Inspiring and
thought-provoking guest speakers
will spark ideas for students to
debate in the afternoon session.
Teacher led
S3-S6
3-4hrs
Free
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To register your interest in
attending, email:
education@royalsoced.org.uk
S5-S6
All day
Free
Dates By arrangement
Dates
June 09
Times 10:30 / 12:30
Times
10:30 – 15:30
Location National Museum of
Rural Life
Notes
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This event is supported by a
resource pack.
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A force to be reckoned with?
Within the walls of Edinburgh Castle, discover the impact of war on Scotland’s history, identity and reputation
abroad. Why did so many Scots join forces and for what reasons – clan, country or money? How did the First and
Second World Wars change Scotland’s economy? What social changes did war introduce for women? Relive the dark
days of the World Wars through personal letters and mementoes, as well as military equipment. Uncover stories of
courage and determination, victory and defeat, heroics and heartache.
• Visit the Call to Arms exhibition and explore the history, tactics and weapons of Scottish infantry, from 14thcentury Galloglass mercenaries and 17th-century Highland warriors to today’s modern soldiers. See examples
of modern infantry weapons and get to grips with replica swords and armour in the hands-on section (until
Sun 1 Feb 2009).
• First World War object handling sessions – explore aspects of trench warfare through real and replica objects.
• Follow the First and Second World War trails around the museum.
Location & transport
National War Museum
is located inside Edinburgh Castle,
at the start of the Royal Mile and the
heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
Address Edinburgh Castle,
Edinburgh EH1 2NG
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Opening Times
21 Mar – 30 Sept 08 9:45-17:45
1 Oct – 31 Mar 09 9:45-16:45
Information & Bookings
www.nms.ac.uk /war
0131 247 4041
By Bus Lothian Buses 23, 27, 35, 41,
42 and 45 to George IV Bridge or the
Royal Mile.
By Train The nearest train station is
Edinburgh Waverley. A short walk
uphill to the Mound and the Royal
Mile, then a further walk up to Castlehill.
By Coach Drop off and pick up
points only are available on the
Esplanade. Coach parking is available
nearby on Johnston Terrace.
By Car Pay and display parking is
available nearby in Castle Terrace
and Johnston Terrace. Limited
parking available for disabled visitors.
Please book in advance with the
Castle on 0131 310 5114.
www.edinburgh.gov.uk/parking
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Languages:
Writing
Standard Grade:
History
Ghosts of War –
Armistice Day Poetry
Trench Warfare –
Hands-on History
A unique opportunity for pupils
to work with the Scottish Poetry
Library to explore the National
War Museum and write poems
about war and peace.
Explore the collections of the
National War Museum and get to
grips with First World War trench
warfare using our specialist
handling collection.
S1-S2
2.5hrs
£2
Dates Wed 5 Nov 08
Thu 6 Nov 08
S1-S6
1.5hrs
9
£2
Dates By arrangement
Times 10:00 / 12:30
Mon 10 – Thu 13 Nov 08
Times 09:30
Notes
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Maximum group size:
15 places
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A century of style!
Clothes – they can carry a cultural or social meaning and can define a decade, or even a time of day! Follow the story
of fashion from the 1870s to the 1950s at historic Shambellie House, set in beautiful wooded grounds – an ideal
destination for art and design students.
• Explore the workings of the Jean Muir fashion house in our new exhibition, Jean Muir: A Fashion Icon
(opens April 2009). Discover why Jean Muir was an iconic figure in the fashion world, and unravel the
distinctive Jean Muir look.
See page 12 for more information on related CPD events.
• Explore the fashions of the past through real and replica costume. Choose from Victorian clothing or
Clothing through the Ages loan boxes.
• We are happy to discuss opportunities for your students to use the historic collections for further study.
Location & transport
National Museum of Costume
is located just south of Dumfries,
outside New Abbey.
Address Shambellie House, New
Abbey, Dumfries DG2 8HQ
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Opening Times
21 March – 31 October 2008
Information & Bookings
www.nms.ac.uk/costume
0131 247 4041
By Bus Catch Stagecoach bus 372
from Whitesands, Dumfries; request
stop at the museum.
Call Traveline 0870 608 2608 or
visit www.travelinescotland.com
for a timetable.
By Coach There is parking available
for one coach. Please phone ahead to
reserve the space.
By Train The nearest train station is
Dumfries (approximately seven miles
from the museum), then by taxi or bus.
By Car You can find us seven miles
south of Dumfries on the A710.
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Continuing professional development…
Get to know our collections, enjoy previews of new exhibitions and plan ahead for your class
visit by booking one of our CPD events. Alternatively, contact us to arrange a pre-visit.
National Museum
of Scotland
Exhibition Preview
Scotland: A Changing
Nation
Book now
0131 247 4041
Scotland: A Changing Nation is a
new permanent gallery looking
at the events and industries
that have shaped the people of
Scotland. At work, home, in play,
in times of crisis and adversity,
the gallery traces the fortunes
of those living and working in
Scotland from the First World War
to the present day. Come along
and enjoy an introduction to the
gallery and find out about some
exciting events for students.
2hrs
Date
Time
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Free
Guided Tour
Discover Early Scotland
Exhibition Preview
Jean Muir: A Fashion Icon
What relationship did the
Romans really have with Scottish
communities? How did the
Vikings trade with the locals?
This guided tour for teachers will
explore the themes in our Early
People gallery and uncover things
you never knew about the early
settlers here in Scotland. This is
a fantastic opportunity to meet
museum staff and find out about
our new resources for schools.
Jean Muir was one of Britain’s
most iconic designers. This
exhibition is the first since
her entire collection of over
18,000 sketches, patterns
and finished garments was
donated to National Museums
Scotland in 2005. Find out more
about the Jean Muir look, her
achievements, her methods
and design philosophy. This
event will include a curator’s talk
and an opportunity to find out
about related events for schools.
Bookings essential, limited places
available.
2hrs
Free
2hrs
Free
Fri 19 Sep 2008
Date
Fri 10 Oct 2008
Dates Fri 14 Nov 2008
13:30 – 15:30
Time
13:30 – 15:30
Time
16:00 – 18:00
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Spring-time at Shambellie House, National Museum of Costume
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National Museums Scotland
Scottish Charity, No. SC 011130
How to book…
Book your visit in advance:
National Museum of Scotland
National War Museum
National Museum of Costume
National Museum of Rural Life
National Museum of Flight
Email
0131 247 4041
0131 247 4041
0131 247 4041
0131 247 4377
01620 897 240
schools@nms.ac.uk
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School telephone number
Name of group leader
Number / age of pupils
Number of adults (ratio 1 adult : 10 children)
Preferred dates for your visit
Packed lunch / cloakroom requirements
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Cost
Admission to all our museums is free to all pre-booked school
groups. The cost for workshops and activities is £2
per pupil unless otherwise stated.
Maximum group size
Sessions are for 1 class (33 pupils) unless otherwise stated.
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