Ernest Shackleton: Twilight Tour & Tales of Endurance
Price
£4.50–7.50
£4.50 to £7.50; free for Historic Scotland members
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A twilight tour of Trinity House marking Shackleton's birthday, followed by tales of the polar explorer's life and leadership, for ages 12+.
This event marks the birthday of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton with a guided tour of Trinity House followed by storytelling about his life. The tales cover his schooldays, Merchant Navy service, journalism and political ambitions, his life in Edinburgh, the women who supported him, and the leadership that produced his famous story of survival. Two tour sessions run on the day, from 4pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9pm, and the event is suitable for ages 12 and over.
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