The “City of David” Edinburgh 900 theme celebrates Edinburgh’s journey as a self-governing community, focusing on the historical burghs of Edinburgh, its royal connections, the evolution of municipal government, and its role as Scotland’s capital city. Discover how Edinburgh expanded out of the medieval burgh with the building of…
11th October 2024 - 31st October 2025
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The “City of David” Edinburgh 900 theme celebrates Edinburgh’s journey as a self-governing community, focusing on the historical burghs of Edinburgh, its royal connections, the evolution of municipal government, and its role as Scotland’s capital city.
Discover how Edinburgh expanded out of the medieval burgh with the building of the New Town, development of civic organisation and re-establishment of its royal connections.
Regular events and activities are organised for children, young people and adults. These include weekly Bookbug sessions for under 5s, book groups for teenage and adult readers, and a getting started with family history resources session. Throughout the year you will find an ever-changing programme of exhibitions based on library collections plus visiting displays from local artists. There is a diverse programme of author talks, craft activities and regular musical performances.
Visitors can easily find a comfortable place to sit and take a break from the busy city, browse the collections, study, use a PC or pick up the latest bestseller.
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