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History events in Lanarkshire

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Events in Lanarkshire

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History Events in East Renfrewshire

History Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Showcase: Banned Books

Showcase: Banned Books

25th February 2026

Join us at the Physicians’ Gallery on Wednesday 25th February for this talk on the banning and censoring of scientific books, especially during the 1500s Catholic Inquisition!

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John Roy Stuart - Latha Chuilodair

John Roy Stuart - Latha Chuilodair

17th January 2026

In this play, the ghost of John Roy Stuart, poet, partisan and Colonel of the Jacobite Edinburgh Regiment, returns to Scotland to recall his life, times and final battle.

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Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

25th October 2025 - 27th December 2026

Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!

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History Events in Fife

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Anster Nicht: Finding the Fairy Queen's Voice

Anster Nicht: Finding the Fairy Queen's Voice

19th February 2026

For decades, an enigmatic figurehead, known as The Fairy Queen, has been displayed in the Scottish Fisheries Museum. But where did it come from, and what does it symbolise?

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Anster Nicht: More Than Leeches? Weird and Wonderful New Discoveries in Medieval Medicine

Anster Nicht: More Than Leeches? Weird and Wonderful New Discoveries in Medieval Medicine

19th March 2026

Join Professor James Palmer from the University of St Andrews as he gives us an entertaining tour of new discoveries that have transformed what we know about medieval medicine!

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History Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Pollokshields Heritage Talk: Scotland Beneath The Surface

Pollokshields Heritage Talk: Scotland Beneath The Surface

21st April 2026

Pollokshields Heritage hosts a range of talks, which explore history and heritage as well as arts and culture. Join them on April 21st for 'Scotland Beneath The Surface'.

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Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC

Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC

Selected dates between 15th January 2025 - 23rd December 2026

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!

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Carmunnock Heritage Trail

Carmunnock Heritage Trail

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2026

Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!

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History Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

History Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Burns an’ a’ that

Burns an’ a’ that

25th January 2026

Join us at Stirling Castle to celebrate burns an' a' that and why not have a go at addressing the haggis!

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Celebrating International Womens Day

Celebrating International Womens Day

8th March 2026

Come along to Stirling Castle this international women's day to meet some of Scotland's most influential, powerful women as they wander around the Castle.

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Portraits in Stone: The Great Cathedrals

Portraits in Stone: The Great Cathedrals

19th February 2026

This lecture by Mark Cottle, follows the evolution of cathedral building with particular reference to structural and aesthetic details together with the fascinating figures and events behind them.

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Events in Other Areas

Highlight Talks

Highlight Talks

Selected dates between 8th October 2025 - 24th June 2026

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

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Popular Events

North Pole Express
North Pole Express at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an enchanting winter exhibition for families and younger visitors!
An Evening With Professor David Wilson
Popular criminologist and media presenter Professor David Wilson returns to his childhood hometown of Carluke to discuss his latest book, A History of Modern Britain in Twenty Murders!
National Theatre Live: Hamlet
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Biggar Corn Exchange!
RSNO Plays Sibelius
When the RSNO comes to play, everyone is welcome! Join presenter Gillian Moore as she introduces young and old alike to the wonders of classical music with Scotland’s National Orchestra.
The Drifters
The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing their classic hits from the last six decades, catch them at Lanark Memorial Hall on Thursday 10th September!

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