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A long range view of Edinburgh from the west showing the Parliament, Nelson Monument, Scott Monument, the Balmoral clock etc
City of David – a modern metropolis [Online exhibition]
25th November 2024 - 31st October 2025
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…
Old Town and Bank of Scotland, c1875 by George Washington Wilson,
City of Finance [Online exhibition]
1st November 2024 - 31st October 2025
As well as making Edinburgh a royal burgh, King David I created Scotland’s first coins in the 12th century kickstarting the country’s economy. Read our City of Finance story and…
Leith Harbour from the pier, 1829 by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd, The painting shows the harbour full of steamboats, sailing boats, and people on the harbour
City of Commerce [Online exhibition]
4th December 2024 - 31st October 2025
Come with us as we continue our journey through 900 years of Edinburgh’s history since the city gained royal burgh status, with the story of Edinburgh as a City of…
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