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Rock of Ages

In Perth City Hall, a neoclassical landmark in one of Scotland's most attractive cities, curators are preparing for the homecoming of the most iconic lump of rock in Scottish – and British – history.

During the 20th century, Perth City Hall was a venue for everything from political rallies to pop concerts, from Margaret Thatcher to the Bay City Rollers. Since 2005, it's been empty. Now it's reopening, after a L27 million refit, as the sleek new premises of Perth Museum.

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