EVENT
Family Storytelling Day
National Museum of Scotland | Edinburgh
📚Book Readings & Storytelling·✂️Crafts & DIY Workshops
Event Details
Date
Sat 24 Oct '26
Event time
10:30 – 16:30
Location
National Museum of ScotlandType
Indoor
Prices
Free entry
About this event
Join us for a day of free fun for families, including storytelling, crafts and object encounters. Settle in for a story with our friends from the Scottish International Storytelling Festival, get creative at our craft tables, or get up close to some of the incredible animals in our collections.
What to expect:
- Sat 24 Oct 2026, 10:30 - 16:30, Grand Gallery and other museum spaces
- Free, drop-in; all ages
- Woodland stories with Claire McNicol and Stories under the sea with Janis Mackay
- Macastory Safari Walk around the museum
- Wee Folk stories with Gauri Raje and director Patrick Chadwick
- Sign up for storytelling sessions on the day at the desk in the Grand Gallery
More Details
Booking
Walk-in
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
Free entry
Location
Get directionsDiscover thousands of amazing objects across multiple galleries exploring Scotland's history, world cultures, science, and nature. Free admission daily.
What this place offers
ToiletsBaby changingFoodWiFiPushchair friendlyAccessible
Last updated: 22 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about Family Storytelling Day
Is Family Storytelling Day free to attend?
Yes, Family Storytelling Day is free to attend.
When does Family Storytelling Day take place?
Family Storytelling Day takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 10:30 AM.
Where is Family Storytelling Day held?
Family Storytelling Day is held at National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.
Is Family Storytelling Day indoor or outdoor?
Family Storytelling Day is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
