Remembrance

'The Danger Tree' augmented reality experience

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1 November 2019 - 5 January 2020

The Danger Tree

Immerse yourself in personal stories from the First World War with this captivating display of oil paintings and augmented reality.

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Explore Remembrance stories

Peace and commemoration

After the Armistice in November 1918, millions of soldiers hoped they would soon go home. But demobilising so many troops was a huge task. How best to mark the Allied victory and commemorate the fallen also became subjects for debate.

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Scottish poppy blooms again

This Scottish poppy, currently on display in Society gallery, dates from the early days of the Poppy Appeal.

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First World War

The First World War was the first truly global conflict. It cost the lives of over ten million soldiers worldwide.

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Second World War

The Second World War took place between 1939 and 1945 and was the bloodiest conflict in human history.

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Explore Remembrance events

Primary workshop

3 September 2018 - 30 July 2020

FREE

Poppies to remember?

Discover some of the stories of Remembrance held by the Museum, the evolution of the poppy as a symbol, and how it is used today.

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Primary workshop

23 September 2019 - 18 November 2019

FREE

Remembrance poetry workshop

Develop your poetic vocabulary and powers of description, taking inspiration from our First World War handling collection and archive.

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Secondary workshop

23 September 2019 - 18 November 2019

FREE

Remembrance poetry workshop

Develop your poetic vocabulary and powers of description, taking inspiration from our First World War handling collection and archive.

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Exhibition

1 November 2019 - 5 January 2020

FREE

The Danger Tree

Immerse yourself in personal stories from the First World War with this captivating display of oil paintings and augmented reality.

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The Danger Tree: From concept to creation

Talk

20 December 2019, 11.30am

FREE

The Danger Tree: From concept to creation

Join the creators of The Danger Tree as they discuss the inspiration, source material and augmented reality behind their exhibition.

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Exhibition

31 January 2020 - 17 April 2020

FREE

Tribute Ink

Explore the tattoos worn by members of the Armed Forces community and the powerful stories of identity, comradeship, bravery and sacrifice they represent.

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