History events in Lanarkshire
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Events in Lanarkshire
Hamilton Mausoleum Tour
Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.
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Leadhills Miners Library
Leadhills Miners Library is the oldest subscription library in the British Isles and is now a museum of literature and village life, open weekends May to September!
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Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland
This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!
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Behind the Loom: New Lanark Wool Tours
This exclusive behind-the-scenes experience takes you on a captivating journey through the past and present of New Lanark's renowned yarn production!
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The Third 50th Anniversary Talk - ‘Dead Lead:- Lead, The Funeral Furnishing Trade 1600-2000’
Join Julian Litten, FSA for the third of five talks celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Museum of Lead Mining.
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The Battle of The Scheldt, 1944: An Illustrated Talk
Low Parks Museum is pleased to host an illustrated talk on this pivotal battle of the Second World War, delivered by Colonel Allan Downie.
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Scottish Geology Festival
Learn about the incredible stories hidden within Scotland's rocks when the Scottish Geology Festival returns for 2024 between September 1st and October 6th!
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The Fourth 50th Anniversary Talk - ‘Lowland Highlanders’
Join photographer John Irvine for the fourth of five talks celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Museum of Lead Mining.
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History Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
House History for Beginners
This course led by an experienced genealogist will get you started on carrying out a house history in Scotland and will get you accessing some pretty amazing records!
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House History: Delving Deeper
This half day course is ideal for those who have completed House History for Beginners, or who already have some experience in house history research but would like to learn more.
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Family History For Beginners
This Family History Workshop, led by experienced genealogist Lorna Kinnaird, PGDip, ASGRA, FSA Scot, will give you the skills and knowledge you need to begin your family history research!
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Ascension
Historical drama Ascension delves deep into the life of 18th century castaway Leendert Hasenbosch, illuminating an ongoing journey of queer identity.
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Gosford House Open Days
This is a rare opportunity to see inside Gosford House, find out about its history, architecture, incredible art collection and the family who commissioned and still use it to this day!
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The Underground Lectures: Materialising the Cold War in Scotland
This talk will examine Scottish experiences of the Cold War through the lens of material culture preserved by National Museums Scotland.
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Heritage Tour: East End of St Andrews
Enjoy a fascinating Heritage Tour of the East End of St Andrews and explore the rich history of this beautiful area with knowledgeable and local guides!
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St Andrews Memories
Drop in to The R & A World Golf Museum and have a chat whilst looking at photographs, objects and film footage from our collections!
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Dysart Townhouse Museum - Sunday Opening
Dysart Townhouse Museum will be open every Sunday afternoon from June 30th until September 15th so come along and explore the history of Dysart and Kirkcaldy!
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Antiques and Fine Art Society: Lucien Freud - The Art and The Man
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society present a talk by John Iddon, freelance lecturer and a guide at both Tate Britain and Tate Modern, on Lucien Freud - The Art and The Man.
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380th Anniversary Exhibition - Celebrating 380 Years of the Auld Kirk Building in Kirkintilloch
People are being offered the chance to travel through time as they explore the history of one of East Dunbartonshire's most iconic buildings.
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Dining Tales with Marco Giannasi
Join Marco Giannasi, owner of Battlefield Rest, as he discusses his journey from taking on the dilapidated building to turning it into the iconic Southside restaurant and his new book, Dining Tales!
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Sma’ Shot Cottages
The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!
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Talk on The Glen Cinema Disaster, by Brian Hannan
Join Paisley Heritage Group for a talk with questions and answers session from Brian Hannan, author of The Glen Cinema Disaster book, on the very sad topic of the Glen Cinema disaster.
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Remode Youth Through the Mill project launch
Join Remode Youth to celebrate the launch of Through the Mill, Stories of Resilience and Renewal, a programme of textiles heritage events and creative sustainability focused workshops.
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Here's a selection of History Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Stirling Jailhouse Horrors
This autumn let our Prison Surgeon, Dr Forrest, thrill you with the Horrible History of Stirling’s terrible Tolbooth – the worst Jail in Britain!
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Stirling Ghostwalk
Join Stirling Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul, the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin, on a creepy, comic guided ghostwalk!
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Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
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Highlight Talks
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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