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All industrial & heritage museums to visit in Edinburgh

Explore the impact of industry on society at 3 industrial heritage museums in Edinburgh. These museums showcase the history of manufacturing, technology, and labor.

Are you curious about the history of industry and innovation? These are the top industrial heritage museums in Edinburgh:

  1. National Museum of Scotland1

    National Museum of Scotland

     Edinburgh
    The National Museum of Scotland, located in Edinburgh, was established in 2006 as a result of the merger of two adjacent museums: the Scotland Museum and the Royal Museum. The Scotland Museum is home to collections that shed light on Scottish antiquity, culture, and history. On the other hand, the Royal Museum houses collections that cover a wide range of topics, including science and technology, natural history, and world cultures.
     4.6
    History & Anthropology HistoryArt & Design Art
  3. The Museum on the Mound2

    The Museum on the Mound

     Edinburgh
    The Museum on the Mound, located in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a unique institution that concentrates on the themes of money, coinage, and economics. It provides an in-depth look into the history and evolution of these subjects, offering a unique perspective on how they have shaped society and the world at large.
     4.4
    History & Anthropology History
  4. 3

    South Side Museum

     Edinburgh
    The South Side Museum is located in the Gray Room and displays artefacts from the South Side's industrial past, school mementoes and old local photographs.
     4.4
    History & Anthropology History