Legends, Myths and Maths: A Journey Through Scotland
Join author David Macphail at the National Museum of Scotland on 28th September, to explore the myths, legends, wildlife and landscapes of Scotland, with hidden maths, as part of Maths Week Scotland!
About Legends, Myths and Maths: A Journey Through Scotland
| 28th September 2025 | |
| 11am - 12pm | |
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National Museum of Scotland National Museum of Scotland Chambers Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1JF |
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| Free (but booking required) | |
| Visit the event website here | |
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Join author David Macphail at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, to explore the myths, legends, wildlife and landscapes of Scotland, with hidden maths. A fun and interactive talk for families in celebration of Maths Week Scotland.
Did you know dinosaurs roamed the Isle of Skye 165 million years ago? Or that Scotland’s crown jewels were once hidden in a toilet? Join author David Macphail to explore the myths, legends, wildlife and landscapes of Scotland, with hidden maths. This fun and interactive talk for families is presented by Maths Week Scotland, which this year explores 'Wild Maths: the maths all around us'.
There will be a book signing following the talk, with an opportunity to buy the book "An Amazing Illustrated Atlas of Scotland" at the venue, or bring your own David Macphail book to sign from home!
The event is aimed at families, and is best suited for children of primary school age.
The Author: David MacPhail is the author of the Lollies-shortlisted Thorfinn the Nicest Viking series, the Top-Secret Grandad series, the Velda the Awesomest Viking series, An Amazing Illustrated Atlas of Scotland and An Amazing History Atlas of Scotland. He lives in Perthshire, Scotland.
This event is free, but booking is required as places are limited. Register via https://mathsweek.scot/events/legends-myths-and-maths-a-journey-through-scotland
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