Talks & Lectures in Edinburgh

Caitlin Moran - How To Be Hopeful

To celebrate the release of her brand-new book, Sunday Times Bestselling author Caitlin Moran will be heading out on tour accompanied by special guest hosts.The…

The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh

Miriam Margolyes: Full English

In her new book, Miriam's Full English, she turns her documentary-maker's eye on her own backyard.

The Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Dr Richard Shepherd - Time Of Death - More Unnatural Causes

Step into the world of the forensic investigation of sudden and suspicious death with Dr Richard Shepherd, the UK’s most distinguished forensic pathologist, as…

The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh

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Ian Gillan: Talking Gib’rish Tour

This very special series of live speaking events will allow audiences to hear personal stories from Ian’s remarkable life and career in music.From his childhood…

The Queen's Hall, Edinburgh

Ghosts: Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle

A unique tour of Lauriston Castle, mixed with tales of terror, ghosts stories, and the bizarre.

Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

The History Of Punk, Goth & Alternative Fashion

Explore the origins of goth in punk and why its fashion, music, and ideas still resonate today.

Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh

In Conversation: Understanding Prehistoric Lives Beyond Conflict

The exhibition curator of 'Scotland's First Warriors', Dr Matthew Knight, is joined by Tristan Hughes, television presenter, author and history podcast host, an…

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Housing for the People in Scotland

In this talk Michael Allan, Acquisitions and Loans Officer at HES Archives, uses material from HES Archives to explore tenement housing in Scotland's cities.Thi…

John Sinclair House, Edinburgh

The History Of Witchcraft & Women: Magic, Rituals & The Patriarchy

Journey into the fascinating history of witchcraft and its connections to femininity and feminism.

Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh

Exhibition Launch of Poxed: Germs in History

The event will begin in our foyer with a reception. You will then have the opportunity to hear two speakers, Professor Christos Lynteris and Dr Janet Scott.

Physicians’ Gallery, Edinburgh

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Not As We Planned - Live

Your favourite podcast Not As We Planned is going LIVE! The Exposure Tour is hitting the road to London, Manchester and Edinburgh to hunt down the UK’s biggest…

Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh

Spotlight: Wound Man

Join us at the Physicians’ Gallery on the last Wednesday of every month at 12.30pm for a curator-led talk exploring one of the objects on display in our Gallery…

Physicians’ Gallery, Edinburgh

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Spotlight: Leprosy

Join us at the Physicians’ Gallery on the last Wednesday of every month at 12.30pm for a curator-led talk exploring one of the objects on display in our Gallery…

Physicians’ Gallery, Edinburgh

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Spotlight: Forensic Evidence

Join us at the Physicians’ Gallery on the last Wednesday of every month at 12.30pm for a curator-led talk exploring objects on display in our Gallery.In this ta…

Physicians’ Gallery, Edinburgh

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Modern Medicine: Dementia

What causes brain changes as you age? And what therapies are out there? Join dementia specialists at the cutting edge of medical research as they share their ex…

Physicians’ Gallery, Edinburgh

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