Visit Parliament to See the Prestonpans Tapestry

As well as illustrating gory details from the battlefield, the Tapestry touches on all aspects of the social lives of those in 1745 Scotland including the wigs, patterned hose and garters worn by Redcoat and Jacobite soldiers which show the changing fashions at the time.

As part of free family-themed events on 1 and 8 July, visitors can meet the star of the Tapestry Bonnie Prince Charlie. Families can also root through the Jacobite and Redcoat wardrobe to dress up as soldiers or clansmen and women, as well as handling weapons and objects from 1745.

There are two Family Days on Saturday 1 and Saturday 8 July 2017 from 10am – 4pm. The programme of activities is below.

• Storytelling with dressing up – Visitors will re-live the times of the Jacobites and the Redcoats through the power of storytelling and dressing up.
• Meet the Redcoat and the Jacobite soldiers – This will give those attending the opportunity to handle the weapons and objects from 1745.
• Alan Brecks Volunteer regiment soldiers will meet and greet families on arrival (www.alanbrecksregiment.org.uk). The Alan Brecks Volunteer Regiment present exciting, informative and entertaining historical events.
• Short tour with exhibition talks and re-enactments – The Alan Brecks regiment will lead guests on a tour of the Tapestry, bringing some of the panels to life.

There will also be drop-in activities running on Saturday 1 and Saturday 8 July 2017 from 10am – 4pm.

• Stitching workshops – Dorie Wilkie, Chief Stitcher of the Prestonpans Tapestry, and her colleagues will offer stitching workshops suitable for both adults and children.
• Jacobite Treasure Hunt – Guests will be invited to follow the Jacobite trail to reach the surprise hidden treasure.
• Craft Zone – Visitors will be able to design their own medal or tartan.
• A roaming Bonny Prince Charlie will speak to visitors and tell them the story of the man behind the Tapestry.