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RT @scottishbktrust: Reflect on the differences and influences that link Scotland and India, through music and storytelling - Friday 4 May,…
RT @_BeUnited_: As part of @TradFestEd, BE United will be hosting #NationsUnited - a celebration of South African, Indian, Brazilian and Sc…
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Welcome to the Home of Scotland's Stories
Welcome to the home of Scotland's stories
A vibrant arts venue located on Edinburgh's Royal Mile showcasing Scotland's Culture. We have live storytelling, theatre, music, exhibitions, family events and workshops happening all year round. Visit us to discover Scotland’s rich story heritage, find our dragon’s nest, enjoy our storywall or simply relax in our venue and soak in the atmosphere.
Let’s start a new story together.
'Everything about this space is great, its clean, warm, welcoming and with lots of information and helpful staff.'
(TripAdvisor Review)
Mailing Lists Support Us Apr-Jun Programme
'a place dedicated to the fine art of telling stories. And it is fabulous.'
(Edd McCracken, Book Riot)
John Knox House
Transport yourself back to one of the most turbulent times in Scottish history which forced Mary Queen of Scots to abdicate the throne.
The Venue
Contemporary design meets medieval architecture. Explore the nooks and crannies of our building and discover some hidden gems along the way. We’re also a unique venue to host your event.
Scottish Storytelling Centre Event
EDINBAL DANCE WORKSHOPS: A DANCE TOUR OF EUROPE
Wed 25 Apr, 9, 23 May, 6, 20 Jun
From social and energetic dances from Brittany or joyful group dances from the Basque country, to warm, exuberant Southern Italian dances or smooth couple dances from France, this series will …
Scottish Storytelling Centre Event
INSIDE MARIOTA’S HOUSE
Sat 28 & Sun 29 Apr, Sat 5 & Sun 6 May
We know it as John Knox House, but who did the property really belong to?
Join Mariota Arres, the true owner of the house, to hear the story of a wealthy burgess in 16th century Edinburgh. Hear…
Scottish Storytelling Centre Event
LIFT UP YOUR VOICE
Fri 27 Apr
Singing makes you feel better, so come along to explore Scots song with two skilled enthusiasts, Scott Murray and Ruth Kirkpatrick.
Bring a favourite song of your own (if you wish) and get read…
Scottish Storytelling Centre Workshop
STREET PERFORMANCE FOR MAY DAY: MUSICIANS & MUMMERS
Wed 25 Apr & 2 May
Wanted! Performers on all instruments suited for street parties - Brass, Reeds, Pipes (A, D, C), Accordions, Shawms, Drums, Percussion - and people who like costuming, dancing and acting out.
J…
Scottish Storytelling Centre Workshop
SONGS ON THE TIMES: WINDBORNE POLYPHONIC SINGING
Sat 12 May
New England's Quartet will blow you away. Windborne shifts genres, slipping from English folk to Corsican improvised couplets and 3rd century Georgian hymns to old time tunes.
Some songs will b…
Scottish Storytelling Centre Workshop
STARTING WITH STORIES 1
Sat 12 May
A hands-on, practical introduction to live storytelling and the associated skills.
Storyteller and educator Kate Walker leads this participatory session for anyone curious about discovering and…
Festivals
Explore, uncover and immerse yourself in traditional arts with TradFest and the Scottish International Storytelling Festival, coordinated by TRACS.
Storytelling
'The story is told eye to eye, mind to mind, heart to heart.' - Scottish Proverb
Traditional Music
'Music with all kinds of beauty, expressiveness, meaning, and, above all, potential.' John McGrath
Traditional Dance
Vigorous, light, joyous, stomping, elevating, vibrant, wild, precise. Scotland is alive with traditional dance.
Scottish International Storytelling Festival
Celebrate the creative connections between live narrative and place in a 10-day feast of storytelling and culture.
Language: English | Gaelic | Scots