British Sign Language

(BSL)

Welcome! On this page you will find information about our Deaf-led tours in British Sign Language (BSL) as well as resources created for visitors with BSL as a first or preferred language.

Take part

Join our in-gallery Deaf-led programme of tours or book a guided session for your group.

BSL resources

Explore our resources in BSL and learn more about the galleries, the art and the artists of the collection.

National Gallery introduction

Watch this video in British Sign Language (BSL) and plan your visit to the National. Presented by Trudi Collier, this short welcome video introduces the buildings, the facilities, and the collection.

Portrait Gallery introduction

Presented by Trudi Collier, this short welcome film in British Sign Language (BSL) introduces the building and collections of the Portrait.

Modern One introduction

Presented by Trudi Collier, this short welcome film in British Sign Language (BSL) introduces the building and collections of Modern One.

Modern Two introduction

Presented by Trudi Collier, this short welcome film in British Sign Language (BSL) introduces the building and collections of Modern Two.

British Sign Language (BSL) | Explore the collection

These short films in British Sign Language (BSL) explore the most fascinating stories of the artworks in the collection. Each is presented by Trudi Collier.

Explore Deaf history | Walter Geikie

British Sign Language (BSL) presenter Trudi Collier and Senior Curator Helen Smailes explore the fascinating story of Edinburgh-born artist, Walter Geikie. After losing his hearing as a child Geikie became a significant artist and a very important figure for the Deaf community.

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British Sign Language (BSL) Mindfulness and art films

British Sign Language (BSL) Mindfulness and art films

Educator and mindfulness practitioner Trudi Collier has created a series of short videos in British Sign Language. The films explore the connections between mindfulness and art, taking inspiration from artworks in the collection.

Your Artworld (for 3-18-years-olds)

Ruaridh’s Freestyle Art Challenge

Artist Ruaridh Lever-Hogg demonstrates how he experiments with art materials. This film is part of Your Art World, which encourages 3 to 18-years-olds to make and share their art.

Find out more about Your Art World
Accessibility

Accessibility

Everyone is welcome at the National Galleries of Scotland. 

Find out how we make our buildings, services and programmes as accessible and inclusive as possible. 

Learning & Engagement contact details

If you're looking for more information on our learning programmes, please get in touch with our team who will be happy to advise and help plan your group visit.

+44 (0)131 624 6410

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