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Anatomical museum is a museum in Edinburgh which holds a collection of around 12,000 objects and specimens that tell the story of 300 years of anatomical teaching at the University of Edinburgh. The collection is partly related to pathology, anatomy and zoology with anatomical teaching models, human skeletal remains, dried and fluid preserved specimens. Besides this, the collections include objects related to phrenology, pharmacology, anthropology, ethnography, forensics and artworks.

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#116 Free museums in Scotland #43 Nature & Natural History in Scotland #41 Science & Technology in Scotland #17 Animal museums in Scotland #62 Archaeology museums in Scotland #22 Ethnology museums in Scotland #63 Person & artist museums in Scotland #16 Free museums in Edinburgh #5 Nature & Natural History in Edinburgh #5 Science & Technology in Edinburgh #4 Animal museums in Edinburgh #3 Archaeology museums in Edinburgh #8 Person & artist museums in Edinburgh #91 Animal museums in United Kingdom #129 Ethnology museums in United Kingdom

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Anatomical museum
Department of Anatomy University Medical School Teviot Place
EH8 9AG Edinburgh

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Department of Anatomy University Medical School Teviot Place, Edinburgh

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Anatomical Museum at the University of Edinburgh offers a comprehensive look into human anatomy and medical history. Visitors appreciate the extensive collection of anatomical specimens, including skeletons, preserved organs, and historical medical instruments. The museum's centerpiece, the skeleton of notorious body snatcher William Burke, draws particular interest. While the exhibits are informative and well-presented, some visitors find the content unsettling due to its graphic nature. The museum's small size allows for a thorough exploration in a short time, but also means it may not occupy a full day. Staff members are noted for their knowledge and helpfulness. However, limited opening hours and occasional closures for university use can disappoint some visitors. Overall, the Anatomical Museum provides an educational experience for those interested in medicine and anatomy, but may not appeal to all audiences.

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