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Our programme
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The 200th Annual Exhibition
of the Royal Scottish Academy 9 May - 14 June 2026 The 200th edition of the Annual Exhibition will be a melting pot of contemporary art from across Scotland and further afield, with all artworks shown side by side in the... -
Far Afield
9 May - 14 June 2026 Artworks by Royal Scottish Academicians created on location and through travel.
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RSA 200: Our 2026 Exhibitions
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Joyce W. Cairns
A Personal Odyssey 1 August - 2 September 2026 A Personal Odyssey will explore the career of acclaimed painter Joyce W. Cairns as part of our 200th anniversary celebrations. -
200 Years
17 October - 15 November 2026 Taking cue from the 200th anniversary of our founding, 200 Years will celebrate the rich history of Scottish art in all its forms. -
Barbara Rae
Charting South 21 November 2026 - 24 January 2027 We're thrilled to present a major, new exhibition, Barbara Rae, as a highlight of our bicentenary year. -
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RSA200: Celebrating Together
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RSA200: What's on this May
From the opening of the 200th Annual Exhibition and special anniversary events at the RSA to exhibitions, talks and commissions taking place across Scotland, discover what’s on this month. -
Celebrating Together
From the Highlands and Islands to the Borders, more than 100 cultural organisations across Scotland and beyond are coming together -
Moving Image Programme
Curated by Ronald Forbes RSA to showcase moving image work by Academicians and RSA award winners
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Upcoming Events
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RSA200: Big Birthday Party
The 200th RSA Annual Exhibition 27 May 2026 Join us as we celebrate 200 years of the Royal Scottish Academy with a Big Birthday Party at the RSA! -
Geology Walk with Dr Angus Miller
8 June 2026 Inspired by In Time, Annie Cattrell RSA's curated element of the 200th Annual Exhibition, we invite you to join a walking tour led by local geologist Dr Angus Miller. Book... -
Archiving Architecture with Bronwen Sleigh RSA
Academician's Masterclass | RSA x Edinburgh Printmakers 21 - 23 August 2026 In this unique masterclass, you’ll create printed works in response to Scotland’s architecture, led by printmaker Bronwen Sleigh RSA. -
Cut Away Edinburgh with Robbie Bushe RSA
Academician’s Masterclass 15 - 16 August 2026 Join acclaimed Scottish artist Robbie Bushe RSA to create your own staged worlds filled with figures, actions and events unfolding across a single composition. -
Gelli Plate Printmaking with Alfons Bytautas RSA
Academician’s Masterclass 5 September 2026 Join renowned Scottish painter and printmaker Alfons Bytautas RSA to create monotype prints using Gelli plates.
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Our Location
The Royal Scottish Academy of Art and Architecture, The Mound, Edinburgh, EH2 2EL
Tel: 0131 624 6110
Gallery Opening Hours
Mon to Sat 10 – 5pm, Sun 12 – 5pm
Office hours
Mon to Fri 9:30 – 5pm
