Events and Activities
We host a range of different events and activities throughout the year at our museums and within the local community.
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DAILY EVENTS:
Just Causes: East Lothian’s Campaigners
18–20 May | John Muir’s Birthplace, Prestongrange Museum
Families | Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult
Free, donations welcome | Drop-in event
Through the years, the people of East Lothian have fought for what they believed in, from equal rights for women to better working conditions. This Festival of Museums weekend you can join some of these characters and take part in their campaigns, many of which are still relevant today.
Friday, 18 May: 6pm–8pm
Support the Suffragettes
John Gray Centre in Haddington, famous local suffragettes Catherine Blair and Elsie Inglis will make a rareappearance. Hear why they believe women deserve the vote and equal rights to men, and then join them as they take action!
Saturday, 19 May: 1pm–4pm
Defend Dunbar Castle with Black Agnes
Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery
Discover why Black Agnes needs your help to build some new defences for Dunbar Castle as she protects Scotland from English invasion. You won’t believe your ears as she shares a few secrets about how she protected the castle!
Saturday, 19 May: 1pm–4pm
Campaign for Conservation with John Muir
Join John Muir in Dunbar as he campaigns to protect the environment. Hear his stories and make your own inspirational banner, using a John Muir quote or one of your own!
Sunday, 20 May: 1pm–4pm
Back the Miners’ Strike
Join miners at Prestongrange as they go on strike! You’ll be able to findout about their awful working conditions by experiencing some of thechallenges they faced, and joining their protest.
Sunday, 20 May: 1pm–4pm
Rally for Royalty with Mary, Queen of Scots
Help the maids of Mary, Queen of Scots crack a secret code to assist with her escape. They might spill a few secrets about Mary’s extraordinary life whilst you’re there!