Surgeons' Hall Museums' iconic William Playfair building at The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

The Wohl Pathology Museum, one of the most historic collections of surgical pathology in the world

Book said to be made from William Burke's skin in our History of Surgery Museum

Artwork depicting historic tooth extraction methods is displayed in our Dental Collection

Temporary Exhibition Closed

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22 October 2025

Due to the ongoing refurbishment of our reception area, we unfortuately have had to close our temporary exhibition. Please check back for more updates.

We apologise for any dissappointment this may cause.

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