Join the Scotland Group on a tour of the new Perth Museum as we prepare for the Icon Conference.
- Friday 21 June 2024
- 11am – 12.30pm BST
- Perth Museum, St John’s Place, Perth PH1 5SZ
- Icon member £8; student member £5; non members £12
Perth Museum opened its doors on Saturday 30 March 2024 after a £27 million redevelopment project. This world-class cultural and heritage attraction highlights the fascinating objects and stories that put Perth and Kinross at the centre of Scotland’s story.
At its heart sits the Stone of Destiny, also known as the Stone of Scone, one of Scotland and the UK’s most significant historical objects. Returning to Perthshire for the first time in over 700 years, the Stone is the centrepiece of this new Museum and is free for all to view.
Alongside the Stone, the new Museum displays Perth & Kinross’s Recognised Collections of National Significance as well as iconic loans and exhibitions from the UK and abroad.
The Museum is housed in a heritage Edwardian building that once served as a gathering place hosting everything from markets and concerts to political conferences and wrestling matches. This historic venue was transformed into a major visitor attraction by award-winning architects Mecanoo. The Museum also features the Stone Cafe, museum shop, and learning and events spaces.
Please join us to find out more about the conservation, curation, and exhibition design of the new Perth Museum. Both Culture Perth & Kinross project staff as well as two private practice conservators will share their experience of working on the project. The tour will finish with a hot drink and an opportunity to talk to colleagues.
More about the Perth Museum and how to get there: https://perthmuseum.co.uk/plan-your-visit/
Register for the event here.
Conservation Conversations 