National Library of Scotland
A paint brush sitting on top of a paint tray and a selection of Christmas cards lying on a table.
Image by Jonathan Borba, Pexels

A programme of free events for people living with dementia and their families, carers and supporters.

Every second Friday of each month.

Make simple decorations and cards for Christmas with artist Susie Wilson.

Library Social is a series of relaxed events inspired by themes and items from the Library's collection. Sessions may include music, crafts or storytelling depending on the theme. Refreshments are provided.

These sessions are for people living with dementia and their families, carers and supporters. Please contact Learning & Outreach Officer, Beverley Casebow, at learning@nls.uk to reserve a place or for more information.

You may be interested in

Library social: Maps

Talk
14 November 2025, 10:30AM to 12:00PM
An old coloured map of Scotland labelled in Latin.

Dear Library

Exhibition
20 June 2025 to 18 April 2026
Yellow background with a sticker on it that reads "Dear Library".

Welcome to the Library tours

Tour
18 October 2025, 11:30AM to 12:00PM
The outside of the Library building on George IV Bridge, also showing the people on the footpath outside and traffic on the road.