Families are being invited to explore the wonders of spring and rural life this month.
The National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride will host its Spring Explorers programme from April 14 to 17, offering young visitors the chance to get creative, learn about nature and meet newborn lambs.
Supported by players of the Postcode Lottery, the soil-themed event includes daily drop-in activities designed to help children understand how plants grow and ecosystems thrive.
Visitors can take part in hands-on planting, messy soil exploration and lively storytelling sessions in the on-site theatre.
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Vicky McLean, general manager at the National Museum of Rural Life, said: "Spring is a time of growth and discovery, and Spring Explorers is all about giving families the chance to connect with nature through creativity and play.
"From planting vegetables and flowers to storytelling, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
"A visit is a fabulous way for families to connect with the countryside and to learn about farming and Scotland’s rural past.
"We’re looking forward to welcoming visitors of all ages to the Museum this season."
One of the activities invites children to plant potatoes, basil and marigolds to take home, while learning about the importance of soil-dwelling creatures like worms and bugs.
Visitors are also encouraged to explore the modern museum’s galleries, which showcase Scotland’s rural history.
A new display, Scotland’s Farming Future, highlights advances in agricultural science and includes a display on Morag the sheep, an important cloned predecessor to the world-famous Dolly the sheep.
Spring Explorers is included with museum admission, thanks to support from Postcode Lottery players.
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The National Museum of Rural Life is open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm.
Admission tickets are valid for unlimited visits for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Annual pass prices are £12.50 for adults, £11.50 for over-65s, £10.50 for concessions and £9.50 for children aged five to 15.
Up to three child tickets can be purchased alongside up to two adult or concession tickets for a 15% family discount.
Children under five enter free.
Tickets can be booked online at nms.ac.uk/national-museum-of-rural-life/book-tickets/.
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