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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 June
As summer begins here in Scotland, RSA200 celebrations continue to unfold. -
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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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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