The Stone of Destiny finally has a new home - but does it do it justice?
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This article first appeared in The National on 15 April 2024. The Stone of Destiny’s new home in Perth feels like a step forward for Scotland, reclaiming the stories of our past and retelling them with creativity, authenticity and imagination. The new Perth Museum is a reflection of a Scotland increasingly at ease with itself, where Scotland’s artefacts, symbols, and social changes are displayed with both care and inventiveness.
The Stone of Destiny finally has a new home - but does it do it justice?
The Stone of Destiny finally has a new home …
The Stone of Destiny finally has a new home - but does it do it justice?
This article first appeared in The National on 15 April 2024. The Stone of Destiny’s new home in Perth feels like a step forward for Scotland, reclaiming the stories of our past and retelling them with creativity, authenticity and imagination. The new Perth Museum is a reflection of a Scotland increasingly at ease with itself, where Scotland’s artefacts, symbols, and social changes are displayed with both care and inventiveness.