A World of Maths Trail

National Museum of Scotland 1st Jan-31st Dec All day Free

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.

Download Maths Trail

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