Dynamic Earth (Edinburgh)
Dynamic Earth (originally known as Our Dynamic Earth) is a not-for-profit visitor attraction and science centre in Edinburgh, and is Scotland's largest interactive visitor attraction. It is located in Holyrood, beside the Scottish Parliament building and at the foot of Salisbury Crags. It is a registered charity under Scottish law and is owned as The Dynamic Earth Charitable Trust. The centre was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1999.
Former name | Our Dynamic Earth |
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| Established | 1999 |
| Location | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Type | Science Centre |
| Director | Hermione Cockburn |
| CEO | Mark Bishop |
| Architect | Hopkins Architects |
| Owner | The Dynamic Earth Charitable Trust |
| Website | Dynamic Earth Home |
The project is located close to where Scottish geologist James Hutton lived and worked in the city in the 18th century. The attraction's aim is to "consistently be the most fun place to play, learn and work... which presents the story of the planet - how it was created; how it continues to evolve, the prospects for mankind and the effect of hazards both natural and manmade."