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Jane and Alexander Whyte of the Georgian House
Jane and Alexander (Alec) Whyte lived at the Georgian House, their second marital home, between 1889 and 1917.
Burns descendants visit museum to see family artefact
A 10th-generation descendant of Robert Burns paid a visit to see a book the bard gifted her six-times great-grandmother.
Ghosts and grim tales of the Georgian House
Many paranormal researchers believe that objects leave residual energy from the people who owned or used them. If residual energy is real, then in theory, the Georgian House the Georgian House ought to be among the most haunted places in Edinburgh.
The often-forgotten story of Queen Anne
During Pride Month, Visitor Services Assistant Lucien Winton-Bonas took a dip into the private life of the last Stuart monarch – Queen Anne – and examines her links to Culloden.
Women’s history at the Georgian House
Discover the captivating history of the women who lived in the Georgian House, and those who resided in Edinburgh’s New and Old Towns.
Conserving our outdoor collections
Important conservation works are underway on our outdoor collections in the North East.
Henry Benedict Stuart: the forgotten prince?
During Pride month, we took a closer look at some 'hidden' stories of historical characters. In this article, we share the story of Henry Stuart.
School pupils-turned-archaeologists unearth Brodick Castle’s past
National Trust for Scotland archaeologists and local volunteers have uncovered a range of historical artefacts at Brodick Castle.
Adventures for all
Whether you’re after a five-minute meander or a multi-day marathon, here are some of our suggestions for the best places to enjoy a walk or a wander this summer.