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The Great Britain Guide

Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland

Mary Erskine Memorial

In or near Edinburgh.

Free admission

Mary Erskine Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Mary Erskine memorial tablet, Greyfriars Kirkyard - geograph.org.uk - 2384852

kim traynor — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley · 0.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Mary Erskine Memorial is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2023

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Official information

The Anatomical Museum at the University of Edinburgh houses one of Scotland's largest collections of anatomical specimens, including the skeleton of the serial killer William Burke. It features around 12,000 objects related to anatomy, pathology, and forensic material, contributing to the education of anatomy for over 300 years.

Place summary

The Mary Erskine Memorial is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates Mary Erskine, who was a notable figure in the establishment of education for girls. The memorial serves as a recognition of her contributions to women's education in the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.9454, -3.1918
Postcode
EH1 2QP
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley0.7 km
Official site
www.ed.ac.uk

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mary Erskine Memorial?
Mary Erskine Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2QP).
What is Mary Erskine Memorial?
Mary Erskine Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Mary Erskine Memorial?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 2QP.
Is Mary Erskine Memorial free to visit?
Yes, Mary Erskine Memorial is free to enter.
How do I get to Mary Erskine Memorial?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2QP.