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    Interview with Ross MacRae

    12th Apr 2024

    Ross MacRae is a talented Edinburgh-based artist we’ve been working with at The Real Mary King’s Close for years. Back in 2012, he designed and painted a mural in our corridor. Recently, we refurbished our gift shop, and Ross came back to create a new mural that matches our new look.

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    Iconic Mary King’s Close Residents’ Forgotten Gravestone Restored by Volunteers

    2nd Apr 2024

    Janet and David Chesney, the last residents of Mary King’s Close, now have their gravestone restored to its former glory thanks to dedicated volunteers.

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    New immersive holiday!

    29th Mar 2024

    A new immersive holiday launches at The Real Mary King’s Close

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    What’s On in Edinburgh this Spring?

    28th Mar 2024

    What’s On in Edinburgh this Spring: Top 5 Must-See Events

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    The Evolution of Midwifery

    26th Mar 2024

    Midwifery in the 17th century was a common occupation for the women of Edinburgh. Amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life stood figures who played pivotal roles in shaping the course of childbirth and women’s health. 

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