Celebrating 40 Years of Scotland’s Photography Collection

Discover the stories within the photographs, marvel at historic photographs and visit some famous faces in this eclectic celebration of the nation’s photography collection.

In 2024, the National Galleries of Scotland celebrates 40 years of collecting photography. Explore highlights from the nation’s world-class collection of over 55,000 photographs. Find famous faces, gems of early Scottish photography and new acquisitions which push the boundaries of photography.