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Museum of Edinburgh

Huntly House, 142 Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH8 8DD

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Museum of Edinburgh, Huntly House, 142 Canongate, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
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The Museum of Edinburgh is home to important collections relating to the story of Edinburgh from pre-historic times to the present day. The Museum´s treasures include the National Covenant, the great charter demanding religious freedoms, signed in 1638. Among the items on display are the feeding bowl and collar presented to `Greyfriars Bobby´, the little Skye Terrier dog that maintained a vigil by the grave of his master and won the hearts of the people of Edinburgh. Collections include Scottish pottery, Edinburgh silver and glass and a colourful collection of shop signs. There are regular temporary exhibitions.

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Opening Times: Mon to Sat 10:00-17:00. Sun during Aug 12:00-17:00.
Admission: Free.
Location: Edinburgh City
Facilities: Shop

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