Museums
Delve into art, history and the rich collections of Edinburgh relating to the historical and cultural life of the capital
From 31 May 25 until 28 Sept 25
John Bellany: A Life in Self-Portraiture
City Art Centre
Tickets available
16 Aug 25
Off the Beaten Path: A Storytelling Journey into Childhood’s Imagined Worlds
Museum of Edinburgh
Event unavailable
30 Aug 25
Tracing Time: Past, Present, Future
City Art Centre
Tickets available
15 Sept 25
A Year in Edinburgh Museums & Galleries Collections
City Art Centre
Tickets available
Object of the month
One of Edinburgh's best-loved stories is the legend of Greyfriars Bobby. It's a story of loyalty and devotion that spans time. The origins of the Skye Terrier are shrouded in mystery. In one version of the story, he was owned by John Gray, an Edinburgh Police Constable, who died in February1858 and was buried in Greyfriars Kirkyard. According to legend, Bobby sat devotedly by his grave for 14 years.
Monuments
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Schools & community
Free things to do
27 Aug 25
Writing for wellbeing
Museum of Edinburgh
Tickets available
30 Aug 25
2025 Edinburgh Multicultural Festival
Lauriston Castle and Gardens
Tickets available
6 Sept 25
Messy Masterpieces
City Art Centre
Tickets available
From 13 Sept 25 until 31 May 26
Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture
City Art Centre
Tickets available
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