Royal Museum facts for kids
The Royal Museum is a famous museum located on Chambers Street in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is one of Scotland's most important national museums. Right next door is another big museum, the Museum of Scotland.
In 2007, these two museums joined together. Now, they are both part of the National Museum of Scotland. So, the Royal Museum is actually a big part of this larger museum.
A talented person named Francis Fowke designed the building. It was built over many years, starting in 1861 and finishing in 1888.
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What You Can See Inside
The Royal Museum, as part of the National Museum of Scotland, holds many amazing collections. You can explore different areas, from ancient history to modern inventions.
Natural History Wonders
One exciting part of the museum is its collection of natural history. This section opened in 1866. Here, you can see many fascinating animals and plants. These collections were moved from the nearby University of Edinburgh. It's like a journey through the natural world, showing how diverse life on Earth is.
Amazing Inventions and Technology
The museum also has a great collection of science and technology. You can see incredible machines and learn about how things work.
The Hawk Glider
One special item is Percy Pilcher's Hawk glider. This glider was restored after a sad accident in 1899. Since 1909, it has been on display in the Royal Scottish Museum. It shows how people used to dream of flying and how they tried to make it happen.
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The Natural Sciences department, which opened in 1866 with natural history collections.
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Percy Pilcher's Hawk glider, restored and on display since 1909.
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See also
In Spanish: Museo Nacional de Escocia para niños
