Discover events in Dumfries & Galloway – South West Scotland

The Spread of Trades Unionism in Dumfries and Maxwelltown

Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Talk: The Spread of Trade Unionism in Dumfries and Maxwelltown, 1831-1914 Local historian Ian Gasse will examine trade union campaigns to obtain a ‘fair wage’ and an eight-hour day. Free […]

Free

Medieval Death and What Followed

Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Discover stories of the death of Robert the Bruce, and some of his companions. Find out how people were buried in medieval times, what they believed happened after death, with folklore and ghost stories from that era. You’ll also be able to see medieval gravestones and some bones including bones from the Bruce’s skeleton. A […]

Free

The Dumfries of Robert Burns

The Old Bridge House Mill Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Free walking tour for Guid Nychburris week. Starting at the Old Bridge House museum on Devorgilla Bridge, we'll explore the town in the footsteps of the Bard. The tour will […]

Free

The Dumfries of Robert Burns

The Old Bridge House Mill Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Free walking tour for Guid Nychburris week. Starting at the Old Bridge House museum on Devorgilla Bridge, we'll explore the town in the footsteps of the Bard. The tour will […]

Free

Story Collecting Afternoon

Annan Museum Bank Street, Annan, Scotland, United Kingdom

Our next exhibition at Annan Museum will be 'Legends of Old Annandale', exploring Border ballads, folklore, curiosities, and strange tales. You can expect stories of ghosts, border reivers, tricksters, lovers […]

Free

Tales from Medieval Times

Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Join our storyteller for tales of foolish kings, saints, travellers, tricksters and pilgrims. All the stories were enjoyed in medieval times, and are suitable for adults and older children.

Free

The Battle of Bannockburn – Online Talk

Virtual Event Virtual Event

'To Rescue Stirling With Battle: The Battle of Bannockburn 1314' On the anniversary of the famous battle, join us for a fascinating talk by Dr Callum Watson, from the The Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre and author of the new book ‘1314: The Year of Bannockburn’. This is a free online talk on Zoom - […]

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Scots Scriever at Burns House

Burns House Burns Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway

Robert Burns House is thrilled to be welcoming Susi Briggs, Scots Scriever with the National Library of Scotland, for an afternoon of performances. Susi is an author, poet, storyteller and singer and a passionate champion of Scots language. Susi will share a variety of her work in our new performance space in the Burns Backyard, […]

Free

Mythical Beast Badges

Annan Museum Bank Street, Annan, Scotland, United Kingdom

Design your own badge inspired by a mythical creature. Free family craft activity. Drop in any time from 11am to 3pm.

Free

Marble Bridges

Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Create your own bridge for a marble rolling game. How many points will you get for getting a marble through each arch. Be inspired by Dumfries’ famous Devorgilla Bridge or design your own. Please note that marbles games are not suitable for children under 36 months. This is a free family event, no need to […]

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Working Lives walking tour of Dumfries

Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Working Lives Walking Tour of Dumfries With local historian Ian Gasse Walking Tour starts at Dumfries Museum A chance to find out more about the lives of working people in Dumfries with local historian, Ian Gasse. Visit places connected with protests, strikes, food riots and Chartism. Discover the stories behind the struggles of the people […]

Free

Medieval Crown Making

Annan Museum Bank Street, Annan, Scotland, United Kingdom

In time for Robert the Bruce's 750th birthday, make your own medieval crown to take away. This is a free family craft activity. No need to book, just drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm.

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Crafts Fit for a King

Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Free family crafts to mark the 750th birthday of Robert the Bruce. Make a medieval helmet and crown and follow a themed trail around the museum. Free activity, no need to book, just drop in between 11am and 3pm.

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Zentangle Drawings

Dumfries Museum Rotchell Road, Dumfries, Scotland, United Kingdom

Relax and try out a zentangle drawing. Creating these repeating patterns is great for mindfulness and produces a satisfying and striking effect. We’ll help you get started, then you can just unwind and get creative. This activity is free and suited to all ages. There’s no need to book, just drop in between 11am and […]

Free

Medieval Tile Making

Annan Museum Bank Street, Annan, Scotland, United Kingdom

Discover some medieval tiles in our exhibition and then make your own decorated tile to take away. This is a free family craft activity. No need to book, just drop in between 11am and 3pm.

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