Culture
Celebrating Sir Walter Scott at National Museum of Scotland
A new display at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of one of Scotland’s foremost writers, Sir Walter Scott. Inspiring Walter Scott explores his historical fiction through the real objects that inspired him. Drawing on his passion for collecting antiquities, Scott wove tales of political resistance and…
Read MoreThe Great Scottish Pottery Throw Down: Ones To Watch
Writer Laura Vida has a keen eye for top artistic trends. Introducing us to four talented potters based in Scotland, here is her list of ‘ones to watch’… Not one of these talented potters was born in Scotland. Yet the geology, landscape and climate of their adoptive country is manifest in their work. CLAIRE HENRY…
Read MoreAppliance of science for David Livingstone
The David Livingstone Birthplace in Blantyre re-opens this Wednesday, July 28. Student Andriani Maimaridou, who is currently undertaking a Professional Development Diploma after the successful completion of an MA in Conservation Studies – Ceramics and Related Materials at West Dean College of Arts and Conservation was given a big challenge – to conserve a painted…
Read MoreThrum of the Bass Rock inspires artists
It has cast its spell over artists and writers such as Turner and Robert Louis Stevenson. In the 17th century, it was dubbed Scotland’s Alcatraz following Cromwell’s invasion of Scotland. Now the Bass Rock, which sits a few miles off the coast of North Berwick in East Lothian, is to be the subject of a…
Read MoreV&A Dundee announces latest sensory friendly days
V&A Dundee has announced new sensory friendly days as the latest step in the museum’s long-term commitment to ensure greater access to design. Taking place on Tuesday 10 August and Tuesday 28 December, dedicated sensory friendly days will provide a safe, relaxing environment for people with sensory needs, including autism spectrum conditions, sensory processing differences,…
Read MoreTurning back the clock to see a long-lost Scotland
We travel back in time to look at a bygone Scotland on our TV screens over the next two weeks. Films of Scotland is a two-part documentary being shown on BBC Scotland. In 1928 and at the age of eleven, Harry Birrell was given his first cine camera. ‘The greatest toy a child could ever…
Read MoreScots Hollywood and jazz star bequeaths collection
A lifetime of movie and musical memories from a world-renowned jazz icon and Hollywood star have found a new home at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland – reuniting a legendary performer with her famous Scottish sibling. Performance and personal items from the estate of the multi-award-winning jazz singer and actress Annie Ross have been bequeathed…
Read MoreNew trustees sought for Wigtown Festival Company
The Wigtown Festival Company is searching for new trustees to join its board, and help continue building on its success. While it is best-known for the flagship Wigtown Book Festival which is held over 10 days in late September and early October, WFC has a year-round programme of events and local activities including a science…
Read MoreIrvine Beach installation is completely sound
A captivating large-scale, environmental sound installation can be found on Irvine Beach. Created by Dutch duo, Strijbos and Van Rijswijk, the major free event will run from until Sunday 25 July, from noon-10.30pm. In 2021, Scotland continues to celebrate its coasts and waters with a programme of activities and events that will shine a spotlight…
Read MoreGlasgow invaded by 50 handcrafted wooden robots
Glasgow residents have been taking to social media to discover the meaning behind the robots which mysteriously appeared in the city overnight. The robots, each one handcrafted from wood and standing at around 12” tall, were hidden in and around Glasgow’s city centre for eagle-eyed residents to find. And now the secret is out as…
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