Join us to explore medical wax models! Our topic for this talk is the history of wax models of patients – especially for the study of skin diseases. We’ll look into who made the models, how they were used and what they can tell us about the sick and their doctors.

Join us to explore ‘the curse’! Our topic for this talk is the history of menstruation – what people said about it (and what they didn’t say!), as well as some euphemisms and dubious treatments.

Physicians' Gallery Join menstruation specialists Prof Anne MacGregor and Prof Hilary Critchley for a ground-breaking discussion busting myths and sharing their expertise on the latest science about periods. Known for their experienced, compassionate and accessible advice, Anne and Hilary can be found sharing their knowledge on podcasts, social media and public talks. Have your questions answered about menstrual health. None Age category: 14+

Physicians' Gallery Blood has been studied and analysed for thousands of years. Examined for its ability to give life, to spread disease and to sow division. Bringing together artefacts spanning scientific illustrations, textile art, interviews, early modern rare books and medicines, Rag: A History of Blood highlights the social, medical and cultural impact of blood. It examines blood-based discoveries which have saved countless lives and uncovers the stigma associated with blood myths – from menopause and menstruation to HIV/AIDS and pseudoscientific racism. None Age category: 12+

Classical concert and reception in the Great Hall of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh Join us for a classical concert like no other in the majestic Great Hall of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, a hidden gem in the city’s New Town not normally open to the public. Experience the unique acoustics as four medic musicians play Bach, Fauré, Haydn, Mozart, Debussy, Schubert and Beethoven. Complimentary drink (wine and non-alcoholic cordials) available before the concert and during the interval. Additional information: Please arrive between 6:30pm and 6:55pm. The concert will start promptly at 7pm. The entrance to No.9 Queen Street does not offer step-free access but we happy to provide step-free access through our entrance at No.11 Queen Street. Please get in touch by emailing us at [email protected] to arrange step-free access or any other accessibility requirements.

Free drop-in workshop at the Physicians’ Gallery. Join us for the first of our LGBTQ+ drop-in art workshops. In this workshop we will be using collage and mixed-media as a form of alchemy. We will take inspiration from Rebis, a central symbolic figure in alchemy, who can be seen on the wall of our new exhibition space. Depicted with two heads, one ‘male’ and the other ‘female’, Rebis symbolises the union of masculine and feminine within one identity. Our collages will bring together lots of individually chosen elements to represent our identities. Further information will be given, and all materials provided. This workshop is open to LGBTQ+ people and allies of all ages. This workshop will be led by local queer artist Rachel Howarth and RCPE Heritage Engagement Co-ordinator Rachel Forrest. Free but booking is essential Drop-in workshop running from 11am to 2pm Physicians’ Gallery open from 10am to 4:30pm This event is funded by the Douglas Guthrie Fund.