The People's Story
Type: History Museums, Museums
10Best Says
Housed in the historic Cannongate Tolbooth, the People's Story Museum tells the story of the people of Edinburgh from the late 18th century to the present day. The three galleries explore life in an... Read More
Housed in the historic Cannongate Tolbooth, the People's Story Museum tells the story of the people of Edinburgh from the late 18th century to the present day. The three galleries explore life in an Edinburgh tenement during the eighteenth century and recount the stories of Edinburgh citizens during the twentieth century using waxworks, recorded oral histories and written sources. The museum also houses an impressive number of early reform flags and banners in support of political reform, trade unions and the anti-apartheid movement. Finally there is a film screening room showing short documentaries about the lives of four Edinburgh citizens from different time periods.
Hours:
- Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Admissions:
- Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Simon Hill
Edinburgh Local Expert
- Museums: "Don't skip the films in the screening room, they are very well done."
- Best for Museums Because: The People's Story gives a fascinating insight into the lives of Edinburgh citizens – and it's free!
