For the first time ever, some of the 36,000 objects from Scotland's national collection of treasures associated with Robert Burns will be brought together in a major touring exhibition.

The Burns Federation is the worldwide authoritative body regarding all things 'Burnsian'.

The Bum-Clocks (an auld Scots word for 'beetles') are actor Tam Dean Burn, his brother Russell (Fire Engines, Win) and Malcolm Ross (Josef K, Orange Juice, Aztec Camera).

Robert Burns (1759-1796), Scotland's national bard, is best-remembered for his timeless songs and poems.

The Spirit of Burns exhibition celebrates the contribution that Robert Burns has made to Scottish culture and the continuing influence of the poets work to mark the 250th anniversary of his birth in conjunction with Homecoming Scotland 2009.