David Livingstone Birthplace
The David Livingstone Birthplace celebrates the birthplace and legacy of Dr David Livingstone in Blantyre and across Africa!
About David Livingstone Birthplace
| 165 Station Road, Blantyre G72 9BY | |
| 01416471428 | |
| David Livingstone Birthplace Website | |
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There are storeys of stories about David Livingstone, the famous Scottish explorer and missionary, in this birthplace museum of his life and work. Housed in Shuttle Row, a tenement which the Livingstones shared with 23 other families, this historic attraction is packed with items relating to his explorations in Africa. These include journals, letters and navigational equipment, as well as dioramas of significant events in his travels. It also gives a fascinating insight into the living and working conditions of 19th-century Scotland.
Set along the banks of the River Clyde and surrounded by stunning park land, the Birthplace museum invites you to follow Livingstone’s journey from Blantyre to Africa through our new interactive exhibition.
Children are encouraged to 'set sail' on our wonderful playground, inspired by Livingstone’s own voyages, and explore the grounds using our trails.
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Upcoming Events at David Livingstone Birthplace
Feel Good Friday Yoga
Mark the end of the week with Nicki at David Livingstone Birthplace for some mindful movement to help ease and stretch the body and relax the mind.
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Adult Handcrafts
Join the David Livingstone Birthplace on Tuesdays and take part in a range of adult handcrafts including sewing, embroidery, storytelling, arts and crafts, painting, yarn art, collage work and more!
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Kids Pasta Making Workshop
Whether they're future chefs or just curious eaters, this Kids Pasta Making Workshop at David Livingstone Birthplace is packed with creativity, skill-building, and tasty bites!
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Chair Yoga for Every Body
Join Nicki from Superstar Yoga for some gentle Chair Yoga, suitable for all, at David Livingstone Birthplace on Friday afternoons in May!
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Meditation Class
The Meditation on Twin Hearts is a guided meditation which helps to flush out negative thoughts and emotions that congest our mind and body every day.
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Bounce In The Park
Bounce In The Park, Scotland's newest Inflatable Theme Park, is coming to the David Livingston Centre for four days between Friday 23rd and Monday 26th May!
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Wylde Thistle Spring Artisan Market
Enjoy a sunny Sunday at Wylde Thistle Events' Spring Artisan Market at the beautiful David Livingstone Birthplace museum!
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Wylde Thistle Summer Artisan Market
Enjoy a sunny Sunday at Wylde Thistle Events' Summer Artisan Market at the beautiful David Livingstone Birthplace museum on July 27th!
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Wylde Thistle Autumn Artisan Market
Why not start your Christmas shopping early and find original, unique gifts for friends and family at Wylde Thistle's Autumn Artisan Market!
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Wylde Thistle Winter Artisan Market
Featuring a selection of local makers, bakers and creators, get into the festive feeling, at Wylde Thistle's Winter Artisan Market at the David Livingston Birthplace on Sunday 23rd November!
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