A World of Maths Trail

Explore the National Museum of Scotland through a maths lens! Through the fascinating world of maths, discover amazing innovations, explore how we communicate, and be wowed by the natural world.
The trail is aimed at ages 7+ and is suitable for families or school classes.
Download the trail to complete on site and find helpful hints in our Teacher's Notes, as well as activities to do back in the classroom.
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Upcoming Events

Money Maths at Museum on the Mound
Museum on the Mound All day Free
We are excited to offer Maths versions of our popular money-themed schools workshops. These are entirely free of charge. Best suited for P5-P7 pupils.