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Georgian House

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Sep 21, 2025 - Sep 22, 2025
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Step into The Georgian House

The Georgian House presents a vivid portrait of life for the well-to-do Lamonts family during Edinburgh's New Town architectural boom.

Built in the late 1700s by renowned architect Robert Adam, this townhouse illustrates the luxury and elegance of the Scottish Enlightenment. Historical significance rests in its preservation, revealing the opulent lifestyle of the era through meticulously restored interiors, including fine collections of furniture, porcelain, silver, and glass.

Noteworthy Highlights

  • 🏰 Exquisite Architecture: Impressive design reflecting 18th-century aesthetics.
  • 🍽️ Authentic Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen showcasing 18th-century culinary practices.
  • 🎨 Artistic Displays: Walls adorned with works from prominent Scottish painters.

Open to the public, accessibility is straightforward, making it ideal for tourists, families, and history enthusiasts alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Georgian House

Architectural Masterpiece

Designed by Robert Adam, the house exemplifies Georgian architecture.

Restoration Efforts

The house has been authentically restored to reflect an 18th-century townhome.

Exclusive Art Collection

Features original artworks by Allan Ramsay and Sir Henry Raeburn.

Location

7 Charlotte Square

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