Events

From the latest fundraising announcements to upcoming events, we’re giving you a front-row seat to the science shaping our world.

Tercentenary Celebration in Edinburgh

September 2026
Date tbc

Join us in Edinburgh to celebrate the legacy of Scottish polymath James Hutton and explore how his ideas continue to inspire science and discovery today through the work of Friends of Hutton.

Aberdeen BioBlitz

14 August
10am - 4pm

Join us at The James Hutton Institute for the Aberdeen City Wide BioBlitz, a free, family-friendly event bringing together communities, wildlife enthusiasts and experts to discover, record and celebrate Aberdeen’s biodiversity.

Royal Highland Show

18-21 June 2026

Join us at the Royal Highland Show as we celebrate the legacy of James Hutton, showcase our latest innovation, and share our vision for the future. Connect with the Friends of Hutton at our special reception on Thursday.

The Legacy of James Hutton (1726–1797): The Spirit of Enlightenment Science

2 June 2026
7.30pm - 8.30pm

Celebrate the James Hutton Tercentenary with a special talk by Ray Perman, exploring the life and lasting influence of Scotland’s pioneering polymath. Hosted at the James Hutton Institute with live broadcast access.

Who was James Hutton? A conversation with Ray Perman

12 May 2026
2pm - 3pm

Celebrate the James Hutton Tercentenary with a special talk by Ray Perman, exploring the life and lasting influence of Scotland’s pioneering polymath. Hosted at the James Hutton Institute with live broadcast access.

Friends of Hutton Afternoon Tea

10 March 2026
3pm - 5pm

Discover the new Friends of Hutton membership programme over afternoon tea in Invergowrie, with a chance to meet our team and hear from our scientists.

Friends of Hutton Afternoon Tea

25 February 2026
2pm - 4pm

Learn more about the Friends of Hutton membership programme over afternoon tea at our Craigiebuckler campus, with the chance to meet our team and scientists.

Burns Supper with Ian Rankin

28 January 2026
6.30pm - 10.30pm

An evening exploring how soil forensics is used to solve crime, featuring a conversation between Ian Rankin and Professor Lorna Dawson.