Skills and Thrills
Join us at The Engine Shed throughout the summer holidays for workshops relating to traditional building skills and materials.
About Skills and Thrills
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Join us throughout the summer holidays for workshops relating to traditional building skills and materials.
Our programme changes each week, check our website for the most up to date information and how to take part.
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Exhibition: The Scots Who Built the White House
22nd October 2018 - 12th April 2019
In 1794, seven Scottish stonemasons left Edinburgh New Town for Washington DC to help build the official residence of the President of the United States. Explore their story in our new exhibition.
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2nd February 2019 - 9th March 2019
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2nd March 2019 - 30th March 2019
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