The World of King James VI and I
Marking the 400-year anniversary of King James’s death, this exhibition will chart his remarkable reign through stories of friendship, family, feuds and ambition.
About The World of King James VI and I
| 26th Apr 2025 to 14th Sep 2025 | |
| 10am - 5pm | |
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National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait 1 Queen Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 1JD |
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| £4 - £9 | |
| Visit the event website here | |
Son of Mary, Queen of Scots, successor to Elizabeth I, King James (1566–1625) was the first monarch to rule over Scotland, England and Ireland.
Drawing on themes with contemporary relevance including national identity, queer history, belief and spirituality, The World of King James VI and I is an enriching journey through the complex life of a King who changed the shape of the United Kingdom. Over 140 objects will be on display, including ornate paintings, dazzling jewels, lavish designs and important loans from galleries across the UK, celebrating craft and visual art from the 16th and 17th centuries.
Come and be fully immersed in the sights of the period, connecting the people of the past with the people of today.
Image attributed to Adrian Vanson, James VI and I, 1566 - 1625. King of Scotland 1567 - 1625. King of England and Ireland 1603 – 1625, 1595.
National Galleries of Scotland
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