Museum Socials create a friendly environment for people living with dementia and their families, carers and supporters. They are suitable for first-time visitors and for those who might not regularly come to the museum, as well as people who have always loved visiting. Our sessions are relaxed and informal, start with tea and cake, and feature a range of activities inspired by our collections.
The event runs from 10:30 till 12:00 in the Seminar Room on Level 4 of our Learning Centre at the National Museum of Scotland on Chambers Street. This space is accessible by lift and is well signposted. Our team will be on hand to show you the way on the day.
Free, but booking required. Booking for each session will open a month before the event. Spaces are limited to 25 per session.
Addresses:
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National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
There is level access to the Museum via the main doors to the Entrance Hall on Chambers Street and the Tower entrance at the corner of Chambers Street and George IV Bridge.
Accessible toilets are available on Levels 0 and 3, as well as a Changing Places (U) toilet in the Entrance Hall on Level 0.
Lifts are available to all floors.
Wheelchairs are available for loan at no charge. Please note wheelchairs cannot be booked in advance. On arrival, ask about availability at the Information Desk.
There are four designated public parking spaces available for disabled visitors in Chambers Street. There is no charge for these spaces and they cannot be booked in advance.
The nearest train station is Edinburgh Waverley and the museum is a 10–15 minute walk away.
The nearest tram stop is on Princes Street and the museum is a 10–15 minute walk up The Mound.
A number of buses go via the city centre and stop outside the museum on Chambers Street, or nearby on George IV Bridge and South Bridge.
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