Edinburgh
National Galleries Scotland: Modern Two was originally built as the Dean Orphan Hospital in 1833 by Thomas Hamilton. It was converted into a Gallery by Terry Farrell and Partners in 1999. Modern Two now hosts temporary exhibitions and is home to the National Galleries of Scotland’s archive, library and works of art on paper collections. These can be viewed by appointment in the Reading Room and the Prints & Drawings Study Room. You can also see the recreation of Scottish sculptor Eduardo Paolozzi’s London studio and his monumental sculpture Vulcan, which was commissioned for the Gallery’s Great Hall. The Gallery sits atop its own expansive green space. The building looks out over sculptural works by Dan Graham and Nathan Coley and there are also artworks by Ian Hamilton Finlay and Richard Long in the grounds. Modern Two is also home to the restaurant Paolozzi’s Kitchen.
Activities:
Visit the Reading Room at Modern Two for a chance to see some highlights from the National Galleries of Scotland’s archive and special books collection, drawing on our world-class collections of Scottish art and Dada & Surrealism. View unique sketchbooks, letters and photographs and learn how these collections are stored when not on display, with a glimpse behind the scenes at Modern Two.
Only open for pre-booked tours.
Tour times:
11.15 – 11.45am
12.00 – 12.30pm
1.00 – 1.30pm
1.45 – 2.15pm
Booking will go live on 1st September, 10am. Please book here:
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Facilities
Additional Access Information
The gardens outside the gallery offer additional opportunities for quiet spaces, recreation and picnics. The building has lockers, and water bottles can be filled free of charge at the cafe.
Gallery
Key Information
Only open for pre-booked tours.
Tour times:
11.15 – 11.45am
12.00 – 12.30pm
1.00 – 1.30pm
1.45 – 2.15pm
Booking will go live on 1st September, 10am. Please book here:
Where to find us
Address
- 73 Belford Road
- Edinburgh
- EH4 3DS