Exhibitions events in Edinburgh
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Events in Edinburgh
Rosslyn Chapel & Scottish Antiquaries Exhibition
Historic Environment Scotland Archives acquired the Rosslyn Album in 2021 and this exhibition presents images from the archive collections relating to Rosslyn Chapel and the contents of the album.
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Treasures of the National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland's permanent exhibition provides a unique insight into Scotland’s history, culture and people and its place in the world.
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Pedal Power: Cycling and Activism in Edinburgh
This exhibition at Museum of Edinburgh has been created by groups in Edinburgh who are campaigning to make our city a safe place for cycling.
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Edinburgh Rising from the Ashes: 200 Years of the Scottish Fire Service
Journey through two centuries of firefighting legacy with our special exhibition created in partnership with the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage.
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Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path
The forthcoming exhibition Adam Bruce Thomson: The Quiet Path aims to bring this talented artist back to public attention.
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Ramsay & Edinburgh Fashion
A collection of Allan Ramsay’s portraits of women from NTS properties are brought together at the Georgian House for the first time.
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Wildlife Printmaking Exhibition
This exhibition at the Scottish Ornithologists Club presents the work of 4 printmakers inspired by wildlife and working with different printmaking techniques.
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Once Upon a Time: A History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition
This exhibition at the Royal College of Nursing explores the history of children and young people's nursing from the first children's hospitals in the 1800s to the development of family-centred care.
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Chris Ofili: The Caged Bird’s Song
The Caged Bird’s Song, Dovecot Studios' major tapestry with Chris Ofili, returns to Scotland in Summer 2024.
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Moyna Flannigan: Space Shuffle
In our 40th year, Collective is delighted to welcome back renowned Scottish artist, and early committee member Moyna Flannigan to present an exhibition of new work.
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Dennis Buchan
The Academicians’ Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of selected paintings by the renowned Arbroath-born artist Dennis Buchan RSA (1937-2023).
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Neuk Perspectives
Join us for a captivating exhibition featuring the diverse talents of 41 neurodivergent artists from across Scotland, brought to you by Neuk Collective in July!
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The Things You Forgot to Imagine
‘The Things You Forgot to Imagine’ is Joanne Pemberton’s newest body of work and will be showing at Leith School of Art from 8th July.
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Withnail and I Photography Exhibition
Murray Close is one of the most prominent and successful film stills photographers working today. This is a chance to see photographs from one of the greatest British films 'Withnail and I'.
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Cold War Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.
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Plume Art Exhibition
PLUME is a multimedia exploration of ritualised idolatry and the perils of human folly and expectation told through the lens of imagined folklore. Catch it at Leith Makers in July!
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Eric Liddell: Legacy of an Olympic Legend
This exhibition offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the life and legacy of Eric Liddell, nicknamed ‘the Flying Scotsman’.
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Skarbnystya
Born out of Glasgow artists’ response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Skarbnystya is an exhibition and sale celebrating Ukrainian artists.
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15 – Equinox
Contemporary Edinburgh artist Davy Macdonald celebrates his 15th annual solo exhibition with a stunning new collection of abstract, conceptual and figurative oil paintings at Dundas Street Gallery.
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Citizen Data Agency Exhibition
Join Design Informatics at Inspace Gallery to explore the Citizens Data Agency exhibition, a fictional service provider proposing five speculative data support services.
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An Irish Impressionist | Lavery on Location
Indulge your wanderlust when you visit this solo exhibition of paintings by the renowned Belfast born artist, Sir John Lavery!
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Corstorphine Art Group 2024 Exhibition
Don't miss the Corstorphine Art Group 2024 Exhibition at St. Ninian’s Church Hall from Saturday 27th July to Saturday 3rd August!
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Dovecot After Hours
Join us at Dovecot this August after hours and enjoy exploring Tania Kovats ongoing series 'SEAMARKS', followed by a guided tour through 'Chris Ofili: The Caged Bird's Song'!
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Exhibition: Allure of the Light
Catch this Fringe exhibition by artists Susan Macintosh and Leonie Rutter at Birch Tree Gallery in August!
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Geoff Uglow: Beyond the Clouds
Returning to The Scottish Gallery with a bold new body of work, Geoff Uglow presents a review of his formative years in Edinburgh and his Rose Series.
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Koji Hatakeyama: Scenes in Bronze
Recognised internationally as a master of his craft, Koji Hatakeyama presents a new series of bronze boxes for his fifth show at the Gallery.
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Modern Masters
The Scottish Gallery’s Modern Masters series showcases the Gallery’s unique position and ability to blend meaningful historical insights with the best of Scottish contemporary art.
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ætla Exhibition: A Celebration of Scottish Jewellery
During the Fringe Festival, ætla is hosting an exhibition of one of a kind work by jewellers who live in Scotland, were born in Scotland, and those working with local materials!
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Coburg House Open Studios
Venture inside Coburg House from 2nd to 4th August and take a peek into our working studios and see what we’ve been creating!
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 2nd to 26th August 2024 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
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Plasticine Cowboy
Meet ‘Plasticine Cowboy’, a new exhibition and comic created by Out of the Blueprint’s latest artist-in-residence, Jack Stamp during his residency in summer of 2024.
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Frances Priest :: Unfixing
We welcome Frances Priest to &Gallery this August for her debut solo exhibition, Unfixing, showcasing wall and plinth based ceramic pieces, as well as a series of work on paper.
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Truckfest Scotland
Scotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 3rd and 4th August, it's a great day out for the family!
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Eleven Painters Exhibition
Eleven Painters makes a much-anticipated return to the Dundas Street Gallery in Edinburgh from 9th - 14th August.
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Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians - BSL Tour
Join Art Guide Trudi Collier for a British Sign Language tour of Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians at The King's Gallery, Edinburgh on 14th August!
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Human Experience
The Artists’ Pool, a unique collective of international artists based primarily in London and Edinburgh, bring their new exhibition 'The Human Experience' to Dundas Street Gallery this August.
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Elements of Motion
Fionuala Power dancer and choreographer debuts her new solo, "Elements of Motion" on 22nd August at the "Human Experience" group exhibition in Dundas Street Gallery.
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Coffee morning :: Meet the artist :: Frances Priest
Join us at &Gallery on Saturday 31st August to hear more about the Frances Priest exhibition over a coffee!
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Flower Festival at Duddingston Kirk
A Flower Festival celebrating 900 years of worship at Duddingston Kirk is taking place the first week in September, featuring the people associated with "A' Jock Tamson's Bairns".
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Tabletop Scotland 2024
Tabletop Scotland is a board game, card game and roleplaying game convention and it's coming to the Royal Highland Centre in September!
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A Society Soiree: Georgian Style
Join Surveyor of the King's Pictures, and curator of the exhibition, Anna Reynolds on 20th September for an exclusive view of Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians!
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Student Sessions: Style & Society
Join us at The King's Gallery on 20th September for an exciting opportunity for students in arts, heritage and culture to explore to the exhibition, Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians!
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The Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition
Are you planning your wedding in Scotland and looking for the best Edinburgh wedding suppliers? Then come along to The Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition, one of the largest wedding shows in Scotland!
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Comic Con Scotland
Comic Con Scotland returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 5th and 6th October 2024!
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Through Line
Through Line marks the culmination of a series of four group exhibitions at the City Art Centre, spotlighting contemporary art and craft practice in Scotland.
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Fizz Feast
It’s Scotland’s Sparkling Event of the Year! A time when we get the chance to try sparkling wines from around the world and feast on fabulous foods from artisan producers.
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DIGIT Expo 2024
DIGIT Expo is the largest annual technology event in Scotland with a packed conference programme featuring keynotes, interactive workshops, panels and much more!
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Exhibitions Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Busby Arts Festival
Busby Arts Festival will bring the community of Busby together with a weekend-long celebration of the visual and performing arts!
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Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Annual Flower Show
Come along to Clarkston Halls on Saturday 7th September for the Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Annual Flower Show!
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Exhibition: Karen Masters
This exhibition by mixed-media artist Karen Masters is the culmination of four years of research into her ancestors and their stories but also in developing her sculptural skills in ceramics.
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Falkland Art Trail
The artists and crafters will be exhibiting at various venues in Falkland from 28th to 30th September. Don't miss this chance to see new works and get an insight into the creative process!
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Crail Brushstrokes - Art Exhibition
Beautiful scenes and still lifes captured in a range of styles by a community of artists based in Crail are on display at The Scottish Fisheries Museum.
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Exhibition: Baba Jaga’s Cookbook: Fairy Tales, Food, and Folklore
Explore the world of Karen Strang's Polish heritage through this immersive art exhibition at the Front Room Gallery in Helensburgh!
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Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Immerse yourself in Van Gogh's artwork like you've never seen it before when Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience comes to the SEC Glasgow this summer!
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Govanhill International Festival and Carnival
The Govanhill International Festival and Carnival 2024 returns for its 8th year, celebrating creativity, solidarity, and liberation, from Thursday 1st August to Sunday 11th August!
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2023 Winners’ Exhibition
The Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2023 Winners' Exhibition, celebrating nature, wildlife & landscape photography and filmmaking in Scotland, comes to The Tolbooth, Lanark!
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Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland
This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!
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Lauder On Tour
South Lanarkshire's Sir Harry Lauder Collection Exhibition showcases the famous stage performer's life and work, and his influence at the birth of the modern age of communication!
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Art Off The Square
Annual art show, Art Off The Square at Kilbarchan Parish Church promises another excellent exhibition of artwork, sculpture and jewellery!
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Greenock Art Club Summer Art Exhibition and Craft Fair
Greenock Art Club invite you to join them at The Stables Studio in Gourock Park for their annual Summer Art Exhibition and Craft Fair!
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Big Art Show
Large-scale public exhibition, The Big Art Show returns to The Art Department in Paisley between Friday 30th August and Saturday 16th November!
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Here's a selection of Exhibitions Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
What Presence: the Music Photography of Harry Papadopoulos
In a swift shutter’s click, Papadopoulos captured an era when the sound of Scotland echoed out across Britain and the world.
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Last Chance Curator’s Tour
Join the Art Collection curators on 6th August for a last-chance tour of our Inspired! exhibitions in the Pathfoot Building.
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An Exhibition by Peter Hancock - In and around campus
To mark his retirement, Peter Hancock, a professor in Psychology, presents a selection of photographs taken in and around the university campus since his arrival in 1987.
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Ayr & District Flower Show
The annual Ayr & District Flower Show returns for a sixth year to Ayr Racecourse on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th August!
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