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History Events in Renfrewshire on 17 August 2024

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Events in Renfrewshire

Sma’ Shot Cottages

Selected dates between 1st April 2024 - 30th September 2024

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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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:

Cold War Scotland

Cold War Scotland

13th July 2024 - 26th January 2025

Exploring Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War, a new exhibition will tell the stories of the Scots at the centre of this global conflict.

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Ascension

Ascension

31st July 2024 - 26th August 2024

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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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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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:

Heritage Tour: East End of St Andrews

Heritage Tour: East End of St Andrews

Selected dates between 25th May 2024 - 28th September 2024

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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History Events in Glasgow

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

King’s Theatre Glasgow Building And Heritage Tour

King’s Theatre Glasgow Building And Heritage Tour

Selected dates between 17th August 2024 - 7th September 2024

This exceptional insight into the King's Theatre Glasgow is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before and grab some historical facts along the way!

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Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours

Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours

Selected dates between 6th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!

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Gothic Glasgow

Gothic Glasgow

Selected dates between 3rd April 2024 - 30th December 2024

Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!

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History Events in Lanarkshire

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

Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland

Glitz and Glamour The Golden Age of Cinema in Scotland

25th May 2024 - 17th August 2024

This colourful exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre showcases artefacts from Scotland's largest cinema collection!

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The Third 50th Anniversary Talk -  ‘Dead Lead:- Lead, The Funeral Furnishing Trade 1600-2000’

The Third 50th Anniversary Talk - ‘Dead Lead:- Lead, The Funeral Furnishing Trade 1600-2000’

17th August 2024

Join Julian Litten, FSA for the third of five talks celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Museum of Lead Mining.

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Leadhills Miners Library

Leadhills Miners Library

Selected dates between 4th May 2024 - 29th September 2024

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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History Events in Stirling

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

Stirling Ghostwalk

Stirling Ghostwalk

5th January 2024 - 21st December 2024

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

Scotland’s National Hero

10th February 2024 - 27th October 2024

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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Events in Other Areas

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour

28th December 2023 - 31st October 2024

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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Popular Events

A Wizarding Brunch
Calling all muggles, witches and wizards! Coats Events are hosting a Harry Potter themed afternoon tea on Saturday 9th November at Coats church in Paisley!
Braehead Centre Recruitment Event
Braehead Shopping Centre is excited to announce the return of its Recruitment Event on Tuesday 24th September with hundreds of vacancies now available with popular retailers across the centre.
Restorative Yoga & Soundbath
In this monthly session SANA Yoga will combine the deep healing potential of restorative yoga with the transformative power of traditional sound therapy. A beautiful way to unwind on a Friday evening!
Christmas At Coats: Reindeer Experience
This year, a little taste of the North Pole will arrive in the Coats Church Gardens! Join the team for a very special visit from Santa's reindeer!
Sunday Writing Workshop
Published Paisley poet Donna Matthew and John Byrne award-winning author Lindsay Johnstone invite you to join them for a new writing workshop at Paisley Arts Centre.

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