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Easter Activity Day

Join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse on 30th March for Easter themed activities that the whole family can enjoy!

Easter Activity Day

About Easter Activity Day

Join us for Easter themed activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Bejewelled eggs - Discover the story of some very fancy eggs in the Royal Collection. Fabergé eggs were beautifully decorated with bright colours and jewels. Have a go at making your own bejewelled egg to take home.

Easter crowns - A trip to the Palace wouldn’t be complete without a crown. Decorate your own special Easter crown to wear as you explore the Palace.

Garden Family Trail - The gardens are springing into bloom so don’t forget to explore them with the help of our Family Garden Trail. Make sure you pick up your copy.

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Taking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories.

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Drawing The Italian Renaissance: A Gallery Late - CANCELLED

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance: Curator’s Introduction

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Join exhibition curator Lauren Porter at The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse as she discusses works from Drawing the Italian Renaissance!

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Victoria Button, Royal Collection Trust’s Head of Paper Conservation, discusses her work in preparing drawings for presentation in Drawing The Italian Renaissance, on display at The King's Gallery.

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