# Event Details - **Event Name**: What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland’s prisons | Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Experiences of imprisonment through Scotland’s longest running prisoner-made magazineAbout this EventPrisoner-made magazines give us unique insights into experiences of incarceration through the words, images and artworks of people living in Pr*son. Yet, these creative outputs are often overlooked when looking at what incarceration is like for prisoners in Scotland.This workshop invites you to learn more about incarceration by looking closely at STIR, Scotland’s longest-running prisoner-made magazine. You’ll also have the chance to create your own visual or creative writing piece after exploring a selection of STIR editions.STIR is an arts magazine that is created by prisoners, for prisoners. The workshop consists of three parts:An introduction to Scottish prisons.An overview of STIR magazine and its contents across themed issues.A workshop activity where participants create their own collage or creative writing piece in response to what they see and read in STIR.By coming along to this Curious workshop, you can gain a better understanding of what Pr*son is like for incarcerated people, as told through their own artwork and creative writing. Important points to noteThis event is suitable for age 16+Event format: This event is a workshop and may involve some audience interaction. This could involve group activities, individual activities, quizzes or hands-on activities.Content warning: Any event on the topic of incarceration can be distressing. It’s important to note that STIR magazine does not print any artwork or written work that glorifies violence or crime, and submissions on individuals’ personal crimes are not accepted.Filming: Photography may take place at this event. Please let a member of the RSE Public Engagement team know if you do not want to be photographed. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c34bcf60-a578-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h203-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/c3857d00-a578-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg SPEAKERDr Kristin AndersonLecturer in Criminology, Edinburgh Napier UniversityKirstin Anderson has taught for twenty-four years in schools, universities and prisons. She has a PhD from the University of Edinburgh and led the first empirical study to look at music education and music making in Scottish prisons. Kirstin is a Lecturer in Criminology at Edinburgh Napier University. She has written about education and arts in prisons, public health and criminal justice, Pr*son overcrowding and Pr*son abolition. She edited ‘The Barlinnie Special Unit: Art, Punishment and Innovation’ and is currently on a Royal Society of Edinburgh Personal Fellowship undertaking research on the history of Scottish prisons. She runs book groups in HMP Shotts and the Lilias Centre in Scotland. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c3902b60-a578-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h203-dc582878-gmir.jpg About the Curious festivalThe RSE’s free Curious festival of knowledge is back, from Saturday 5 − Sunday 13 September 2026!Curious is Scotland’s annual festival of knowledge. Across its seven-year history, Curious has welcomed over 10,000 attendees into its yearly programme of talks, workshops, discussions and exhibitions – all covering different topics and subject areas. There’s no need for you to have any prior specialist knowledge before coming along, just bring your curious self! With plenty of events both in person and online, you can take part from anywhere.You can check out the full programme of events here. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/c39de700-a578-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h203-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg AccessibilityWe aim to make events as accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility requirements or have any questions related to how we can support this event, please contact curious@theRSE.org.uk. Accessibility information for the RSE building can be found on our website.Step-free access: Ramped access for visitors is available via 26 George Street through Lakeland. Upon arrival, please call 0131 240 5000 and a member of staff will meet you and guide you to the event. Please note that the entrance ramp has a steep gradient (1:12).Main lift: The lift’s door has a width of 79cm and a depth of 143cm. Please note, that access to the lift is limited by a narrow 77cm width corridor. You can find further details and images of the lift on our website.Wheelchair spaces: If you would like to book a space as a wheelchair user, please select the ticket type 'wheelchair space ticket' during the booking process. If this is sold out, please contact the Curious team on curious@therse.org.uk.Privacy PolicyPlease note that any personal data that is submitted to the RSE will be stored and processed in accordance with the RSE’s Privacy Policy. We will only use mobile numbers provided to contact you in the event of a cancellation.NewsletterIf you would like to receive information from the RSE on upcoming events and activities, you can subscribe to our newsletter here.Please visit the RSE FAQs page for further details about venue and events. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/whats-art-got-to-do-with-it-creativity-in-scotlands-prisons-workshop/100001993746708074 - **Event Categories**: workshops, festivals, art, exhibitions, health-wellness, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 16+ - door_time: 2026-09-11T10:30:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: The Royal Society Of Edinburgh - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Royal Society Of Edinburgh - **lat**: 55.95348130000001 - **long**: -3.1965827999999874 - **full address**: The Royal Society Of Edinburgh, 22-26 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland’s prisons | Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/47f4023eb171bdf19303ec03c6575eee02133b9c0651a6c6f3be2b762d236c3b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc315e8f-gmir.jpg?v=1784933883 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop being held? - **A:** What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop takes place on Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm at The Royal Society Of Edinburgh, 22-26 George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop? - **A:** What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop is strictly for guests aged 16 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 16 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop? - **A:** What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop is organized by The Royal Society of Edinburgh. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If What's art got to do with it? Creativity in Scotland s prisons | Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "What's art got to do with it? 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