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

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

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

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

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

Upcoming Events

Blood and Guts walking tours

January 2026

The Science of Guilt

Date(s): 23 January 2026

Time: 7pm and 8.30pm

Cost: £15.95-£18.95

Age Restrictions: 16+

Booking Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-science-of-guilt-tickets-1965120440136?aff=oddtdtcreator

A new Play by Raymond Friel. Step into Victorian Edinburgh and Become the Jury. The Verdict Is Yours! Enter the historic Playfair building of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and experience The Science of Guilt, an immersive promenade performance by award-winning playwright Raymond Friel. Inspired by real early Victorian cases, this…

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