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The support of the Scottish Funding Council is vital to our work to inspire and share knowledge with audiences, local communities, and future generations.
Meet your maker or see them later
When
Thursday 11 September 2025 18:00
Sunday 14 September 2025 18:00
Format
In-person
Cost
Free to book
What is Curious?
Curious is the Royal Society of Edinburgh’s (RSE) free festival that celebrates the research, ideas and knowledge shaping society today.
Each year, Curious brings a packed programme of free in-person and online events covering themes from the arts, humanities, policy, science and more. To date, we’ve welcomed over 10,000 attendees for talks, workshops, exhibitions and discussions where you can learn from and speak with Scotland’s leading thinkers. As part of the RSE’s mission to make knowledge useful and accessible for everyone, Curious is open to anyone who wants to learn more about the world around them. No specialist knowledge is needed, just bring your curiosity.
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From emotions to memories: Clothing heritage and childhood
Exploring textile and clothing heritage through the lens of childhood experience.
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100 years on: Is ‘A Drunk Man Looks at the Thistle’ still relevant today?
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