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Andy Warhol and the Chemistry of Ice Cream

Get the scoop on all things ice cream at Dovecot’s latest exhibition Andy Warhol: The Textiles on 12th April as part of Edinburgh Science Festival!

Andy Warhol and the Chemistry of Ice Cream

About Andy Warhol and the Chemistry of Ice Cream

See Warhol’s vibrant ice cream prints and learn about some of the science behind the making of real dairy ice cream with Mackie's of Scotland, where you will be introduced to the ingredients, science and technology involved in making Scotland's favourite ice cream on the family farm.

This event includes bespoke cocktail on arrival from Holyrood Distillery, the opportunity to enjoy a delicious ice cream sample, plus entry to the ‘coolest’ exhibition in Edinburgh!

Age 18+

17:30 - Arrival

18:00 - The chemistry of ice cream talk with Mackie's of Scotland Director, Karin Hayhow and Dovecot Director, Celia Joicey.

18:45 - Exhibition entry

Event in partnership with Mackie's of Scotland

Event supported by Holyrood Distillery

Part of the Edinburgh Science Festival

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