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LUNCHTIME LECTURE

A King’s Visit: George IV in Edinburgh

Head and shoulders from a portrait of George IV wearing Highland dress
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  • 13:00 - 14:00
  • £6.00
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  • Adults
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    Join Emma Stead, Curator at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, to learn about George IV’s visit to Edinburgh in 1822. Explore this historic event through items and artworks in the Royal Collection, including the famous portrait of the monarch wearing full Highland dress by Scottish artist David Wilkie.

    Please note this lecture does not include access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Find out more about visiting the Palace.

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    The income from your ticket contributes directly to The Royal Collection Trust, a registered charity. The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.