A King’s Visit: George IV in Edinburgh
Join Emma Stead, Curator at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, to learn about George IV’s visit to Edinburgh in 1822.
About A King’s Visit: George IV in Edinburgh
| 10th May 2024 | |
| 1pm - 2pm | |
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The Palace of Holyroodhouse The Palace of Holyroodhouse Canongate, Edinburgh East EH8 8DX |
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| £6.00 | |
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Explore this historic event through items and artworks in the Royal Collection, including the famous portrait of the monarch wearing full Highland dress by Scottish artist David Wilkie.
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