History Events in Edinburgh in January 2026

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Maps: Memories from the Second World War

9th March 2024 - 26th January 2026

Through personal stories, photography and memorabilia, this exhibition at the National War Museum charts the creation and use of maps during the Second World War.

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Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 4th January 2026

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Old Town

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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Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 31st March 2026

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh East

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st April 2025 - 29th March 2026

National Museum of Flight Scotland, North Berwick

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

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Dear Library

20th June 2025 - 18th April 2026

National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh Old Town

To mark our 100th birthday, the National Library of Scotland presents a special exhibition, 'Dear Library'.

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Resistance

21st June 2025 - 4th January 2026

National Galleries of Scotland: Modern, Edinburgh West

Resistance explores how acts of resistance have shaped life in the UK, and the powerful role of photography in documenting and driving change.

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Drawing the Italian Renaissance: Curator’s Introduction

Selected dates between 5th December 2025 - 29th January 2026

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh East

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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Giants

31st January 2026 - 14th September 2026

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Old Town

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils in this immersive, family friendly exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland!

History Events in East Renfrewshire

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History Events in Fife

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History Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

The Old Glasgow Club Talks

Selected dates between 11th September 2025 - 9th April 2026

The Old Glasgow Club hosts regular talks and occasional events for people interested in Glasgow, its environs, its history and its people!

X-CRAFT ‘Dive Deep’

25th September 2025 - 1st September 2026

X-CRAFT Dive Deep is an ALL NEW 360 Immersive Show that utilises MASSIVE 360 degree screens to tell the story of the submarine pioneers that paved the way for the submarines of today!

History Events in Lanarkshire

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History Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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History Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Burns an’ a’ that

25th January 2026

Join us at Stirling Castle to celebrate burns an' a' that and why not have a go at addressing the haggis!

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!