National Museum of Scotland
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Edinburgh
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Events at National Museum of Scotland
Swell
Swell follows the story of two siblings caught in the purgatory of a fictional but analogous town, ready to be abandoned. Supported by PlaCE Programme.Price(s): £12/£10Audio Describer(s): Caroline Jaquet
AD equipment bookable by contacting the box office at 0131 226 0005 or boxoffice@scifest.co.ukEmily Dodd
Join writer and CBeebies screenwriter Emily Dodd on a scientific story adventure! Emily will be talking about her book Tell Me About: The Human Body.Price(s): £3Held in the Relaxed Space (Seminar Room 1). Reduced audience size and a shorter session. Seating can be on beanbags, the floor, or chairs. Audience can move about the space as they wish. Gentle lighting and no amplified noises. Hand dryers in the nearest toilets will be switched off.You’ve Been Played
From the creator of Zombies, Run! Adrian Hon explores how schools, corporations and governments' use of games is affecting modern society.Price(s): £10/£8BSL Interpreter(s): Shaurna Dickson
BSL Interpereters are on house right in front of the audienceExperimental Life
Visit our Experimental Life experience before the National Museum of Scotland is open to the public and enjoy it in a more relaxed and less crowded environment. Supported by Expo FundPrice(s): Free, booking requiredThis session is primarily for, but not limited to, families with autistic children; autistic young people and adults; adults living with dementia; adults and children with mental health problems; and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience, plus their families, friends and carers. The Museum will open to the public from 10am for their regular Relaxed Morning with noisy interactives turned off where possible and a quiet space available.Wonderdog
Author and Zoologist Jules Howard presents a love letter to science celebrating how we came to know what dogs are really capable of.Price(s): £10/£8BSL Interpreter(s): Dr Kyra Pollitt
BSL Interpereters are on house right in front of the audienceDemystifying Bisexuality
Psychologist Dr Julia Shaw explores what we know about the world's largest sexual minority, challenging us to think deeper about who we are and how we love.Price(s): £10/£8BSL Interpreter(s): Nicolle Murdoch
BSL Interpereters are on house right in front of the audienceTwo in a Barrel
Join quirky best friends Riri and Moku as they find themselves stuck in a barrel sitting on top of an island of rubbish in the ocean.Price(s): £5The lights will be up. Audience members will be free to come in and out of the space. Printed versions of the story will be available at the door. Ear defenders available.
