Surgeons' Hall Museums Diary Events Feed http://museum.rcsed.ac.uk Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT umbraco Diary Events RSS feed of Surgeons' Hall Museums en Lunch Time Talk: Anatomy and Crucifixion Imagery in Art http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/may/lunch-time-talk-anatomy-and-crucifixion-imagery-in-art?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/may/lunch-time-talk-anatomy-and-crucifixion-imagery-in-art?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed Anatomy And Crucifixion (1)

Join Anatomist and Human Remains Conservator Cat Irving as she discusses art, anatomy, and the depiction of the crucifixion

Join us for this bite sized lunch time talk exploring the history of medicine.

Artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Peter Paul Rubens studied human anatomy closely in order to represent the body with greater realism and expressive power. Their investigations into muscles, movement, and the physical limits of the human body shaped how artists approached one of the most powerful subjects in Christian art: Christ on the cross.

In this talk, human remains conservator Cat Irving explores how anatomical knowledge has influenced artistic attempts to understand and depict the physical realities of crucifixion.

Talks will last approximately 30 mins and there will be tea and coffee available for ticket holders.

Age Guidance: 16+

Important Refund Information: Please note that included in your ticket prices is a 96p booking charge which is non-refundable. This is part of Eventbrite terms and conditions and is not at the discretion of Surgeons' Hall Museums.

Content Warning: Our collections contain human remains as well as representations of anatomy, injury, and disease that some may find upsetting.



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Anatomy And Crucifixion (3)

Join Anatomist and Human Remains Conservator Cat Irving as she discusses art, anatomy, and depictions of the crucifixion

Join us for this bite sized lunch time talk exploring the history of medicine.

Artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Peter Paul Rubens studied human anatomy closely in order to represent the body with greater realism and expressive power. Their investigations into muscles, movement, and the physical limits of the human body shaped how artists approached one of the most powerful subjects in Christian art: Christ on the cross.

In this talk, human remains conservator Cat Irving explores how anatomical knowledge has influenced artistic attempts to understand and depict the physical realities of crucifixion.

Talks will last approximately 30 mins and there will be tea and coffee available for ticket holders.

Important Refund Information: Please note that included in your ticket prices is a 96p booking charge which is non-refundable. This is part of Eventbrite terms and conditions and is not at the discretion of Surgeons' Hall Museums.

Content Warning: Our collections contain human remains as well as representations of anatomy, injury, and disease that some may find upsetting.

]]> Lunch Time Talk: The Case of Edinburgh’s Polish Medical School http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/june/lunch-time-talk-the-case-of-edinburghs-polish-medical-school?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/june/lunch-time-talk-the-case-of-edinburghs-polish-medical-school?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed Exploring the role of medical schools in changing political climates with Dr Andrew Brown

Join us for this bite sized lunch time talk exploring the history of medicine.

This talk celebrates our new temporary exhibition, Edinburgh City of Medicine, created in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh.

Andrew Brown, Research Fellow at the University of Edinburgh’s Centre for Biomedicine, Self and Society, explores his personal connection to the Polish School of Medicine. The school was established at the University of Edinburgh in 1941 during the Second World War to support Polish civilians and medical students who had been displaced by the war.

Talks will last approximately 30 mins and there will be tea and coffee available for ticket holders.

Age Guidance: 16+

Important Refund Information: Please note that included in your ticket prices is a 96p booking charge which is non-refundable. This is part of Eventbrite terms and conditions and is not at the discretion of Surgeons' Hall Museums.

Content Warning: Our collections contain human remains as well as representations of anatomy, injury, and disease that some may find upsettin

]]> Surgeons' Hall After Hours: Teen Takeover http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/june/surgeons-hall-after-hours-teen-takeover?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/june/surgeons-hall-after-hours-teen-takeover?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed


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Join Surgeons Hall Museum in our historic pathology galleries for this bespoke after-hour event for those age 12-18 years and their adults.

Join Surgeons Hall Museums for an exclusive after-hours experience in our historic pathology galleries, designed especially for young people aged 12–18 and their accompanying adults.

Explore the galleries like never before and take part in hands-on activities and engaging talks. Meet specialists in surgery, dentistry, pathology, and anatomy as they share insights into their work and guide you through interactive experiences celebrating the fascinating world of medicine- past and present.

Important Booking Information:

This event is for young people aged 12–18yrs, and each attendee must be accompanied by an adult. Please make sure to include at least one adult ticket when booking.
For each teen ticket, you may book a maximum of two accompanying adult tickets.
This limit helps ensure we can offer as many places as possible to young people aged 12–18yrs.

Content Warning: Our collections contain human remains as well as representations of anatomy, injury, and disease that some may find upsetting.

Age Guidance: 12yrs-18yrs (must be accompanied by an adult)

]]> Sensory Friendly Quiet Morning http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/june/sensory-friendly-quiet-morning?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://www.museum.rcsed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2026/june/sensory-friendly-quiet-morning?utm_source=social_sharing&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Museum Events Feed Copy Of Copy Of Copy Of Copy Of Copy Of Copy Of Coming Up This Month At (Facebook Event Cover ) (1920 X 1080 Px ) (1920 X 1080 Px ) (1)


Our sensory friendly early openings provide an opportunity for those who need a quieter environment to enjoy our museum without the hustle and bustle of the general public.

 

Taking place on Saturday 20 June, the Museum will open at 9am before our official opening at 10am, and wherever possible, we have adjusted operations and/or lowered volume levels on exhibits. There will be old surgical equipment available to handle and a quiet room for those needing to take a break.

 

Entry for the Quiet Morning will be open between 9am and 9.15am for participants. Booking is required as spaces are limited.

 

The Museum contains human remains that some may find upsetting. All ages welcome however, recommended age 10+. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

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