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Edinburgh, Scotland
Best Sights & Activities -(History Museums)
Huntly House
(Sights & Activities - History Museums)
142-146 Canongate
Edinburgh UK EH8
131-529-4143
Description:
The Huntly House is a museum dedicated to the display of the local history of Edinburgh. You will see Greyfriars Bobby's collar and feeding bowl and the National Covenant, signed by leaders of the Presbyterian Church in Scotland in 1638. There are also displays of crafts that were important in the lives of past populations, including glassmaking, pottery, wool processing, and cabinetry.

Museum of Childhood
(Sights & Activities - History Museums)
42 High St
Edinburgh UK EH1
131-529-4142
Description:
This promises to be a nostalgic trip for both the young and the young at heart, with items ranging from yesteryear to the present day on display. The museum is brimming with toys, books, dolls, clothing, games, educational items and furniture. Frequent temporary exhibitions.

Museum of Scotland
(Sights & Activities - History Museums)
Chambers St
Edinburgh UK EH1 1JF
131-247-4422
Description:
Located in historic Old Town, this informative museum chronicles Scotland's rich and storied history from its earliest period to the present. Highlights include a fascinating exhibit devoted to the kingdom of the Scots. #13;#10; #13;#10;

Royal Museum of Scotland
(Sights & Activities - History Museums)
Chambers St
Edinburgh UK EH1 1JF
131-225-7534
Description:
This fascinating museum is not to be missed, as its 36 galleries contain some most impressive global artifacts. Exhibits devoted to geology, natural history, zoology, ancient Egypt, global culture, arms and armor, jewelry, European arts, social and technological history, science, transportation, and industry. Lecture hall, tearooms and gift shop. Wheelchair access throughout.

Russell Collection of Stringed Instruments
(Sights & Activities - History Museums)
St. Cecilia's Hall
Edinburgh UK EH1
131-650-2805
Description:
Stellar collection of 51 instruments ranging from the 16th to 19th century, each relating the progression of the instruments that later resulted in the piano. Items include clavichords, harpsichords, spinets and antique pianos.#13;#10;#13;#10;