Fiona Hyslop, Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs, was welcomed to the Scottish Storytelling Centre to view current exhibition, , by one of Scotland’s leading contemporary artists Calum Colvin, and share a Burns Night message to celebrate Scotland’s son, who is synonymous with Scottish identity. The exhibition is part of the Scottish Storytelling Centre’s … Continued

It’s fascinating and heart-warming to observe how Burns, a poet born in 1759, is still touching people’s lives with his prose and commenting on contemporary cultural issues. Celebrating the birthday of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, on 25 January, is the perfect opportunity for those who know everything, a little or not a lot about … Continued

Still needing to pick up a few Christmas presents and stocking fillers? Then come along to the Scottish Storytelling Centre this Saturday, 14th December, between 11am-4pm for our Christmas Fair where there will be a wide range of stalls from specially selected Scottish craft makers. In the warmth of the Storytelling Court you will find … Continued

This month we have a festive selection of Christmas entertainment that will enchant the whole family, from gingerbread nativities and mischievous Christmas cakes, to festive adventures with Sydney the platypus and Lapin the French rabbit. Tiny Tales: Gingerbread NativityTue 10 Dec | 10am & 11.30am | £5 per child | Ages 1-3 On Tuesday 10th … Continued

Enjoy well-known Christmas songs or be enchanted by beautiful forgotten carols at the Scottish Storytelling Centre this December. This year we have two concerts that will entertain those who love the Christmas classics and those seeking to find a new festive favourite. On Wednesday 4th December expect glitz, glam and swinging rhythms as The Swingettes … Continued

On Saturday 30th November, the Scottish Storytelling Centre will be showcasing the Greig-Duncan Collection as part of our St Andrew’s Day Celebrations. The Greig-Duncan Collection consists of almost 2000 folk songs associated with the north-east of Scotland, giving a valuable insight into the social and cultural history of the area. The Events Treisurs O Sang: … Continued

As part of our St Andrew’s Day celebrations, we’re offering you 2 for 1 entry into John Knox House from 18 November – 30 November 2013. All you need to do is print off the voucher below and present it to the front desk when you arrive. No pre-booking necessary. Download the Voucher About John … Continued

On Saturday 30th November come to the Scottish Storytelling Centre to celebrate St Andrew’s Day with traditional Scottish entertainment for the whole family. We have music, stories, songs and delicious food on offer throughout the day to bring you quality Scottish culture in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. View all St Andrew’s Day Events … Continued

On Tuesday 29 October, storyteller Tim Porteus is taking our Tell-a-Story Day campaign to the extreme. Tim will be telling stories from 9am to 9pm, to raise money for the Young Storytellers of Scotland, and you could feature in the story. Tim will take his listeners on a journey through Scotland, telling tales of legends, historical … Continued

Storytelling can have excellent health and wellbeing benefits and we often do work in this field through workshops, outreach performances and through our annual involvement with the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival.  Projects such as Life Stories and The Story Kist: Inclusive Storytelling use storytelling as a tool to engage with mental health … Continued