The Museum of Childhood, located along the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, is a unique space dedicated to exploring the lives of children throughout the centuries. It was one of the first museums in the world entirely devoted to the history of childhood, and it houses a vast collection of toys, clothing, books, photographs, and school items that tell the story of how past generations grew up.
The exhibition rooms recreate domestic and school environments of the past, with antique toys, prams, puppets, dolls, board games, and much more. One section is dedicated to education, while another showcases the daily life of children in the 19th and 20th centuries.
The museum is also designed for younger visitors, with interactive areas, games, and stations where they can touch, listen, and experience. Parents can thus share memories and curiosities related to their own childhood with their children.