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History Events in Renfrewshire on 17 May 2025

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Events in Renfrewshire

History Cafe: The Cotton Thread Mills Of Paisley

17th May 2025

Join Renfrewshire Heritage in Blend Coffee Lounge at Paisley Arts Centre on Saturday 17th May for their in-person History Cafe discussing The Cotton Thread Mills Of Paisley.

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Sma’ Shot Cottages

Selected dates between 2nd April 2025 - 27th September 2025

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 East Renfrewshire

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:

Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography

Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography

28th February 2025 - 7th September 2025

This exhibition at The Palace of Holyroodhouse, charts the evolution of royal portrait photography from the 1920s to the present day!

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The World of King James VI and I

The World of King James VI and I

26th April 2025 - 14th September 2025

Marking the 400-year anniversary of King James’s death, this exhibition will chart his remarkable reign through stories of friendship, family, feuds and ambition.

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The Musical Instrument Collection through the Years

The Musical Instrument Collection through the Years

17th May 2025

Join St Cecilia’s Hall Curator Dr Sarah Deters on 17th May for this free guided tour to celebrate International Museum Day!

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History Events in Fife

History Events in Glasgow

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

Glasgow Music City Tours: Merchant City Music Walking Tour

Glasgow Music City Tours: Merchant City Music Walking Tour

Selected dates between 19th April 2025 - 27th September 2025

Get under the skin of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of Merchant City and the East End from Glasgow Music City Tours!

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Denny Social

Denny Social

26th April 2025 - 9th August 2025

The Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) and members of Dumbarton community invite everyone to step into the world of William Denny & Brothers in this new immersive exhibition!

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Library Resources For Family History

Library Resources For Family History

17th May 2025

Starting out on your family history journey can be daunting... join one the Mitchell Library librarians for a FREE introductory session on library resources for family 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:

Leadhills Miners Library

Leadhills Miners Library

Selected dates between 3rd May 2025 - 28th September 2025

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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Lamington Heritage Exhibition

Lamington Heritage Exhibition

4th May 2025 - 15th June 2025

This exhibition explores the history surrounding Lamington from early times through the regeneration of the village until the death of the 3rd Lord Lamington in 1951 and up to the present day.

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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

3rd January 2025 - 27th December 2025

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

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Scotland’s National Hero

Scotland’s National Hero

12th April 2025 - 26th October 2025

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

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Popular Events

Advice Works Drop-in Sessions
These local pop-up events from Advice Works aim to boost benefit take-up and provide vital debt support to help the public deal with rising costs.
Sound Bath Journey
Embark on a beautiful Sound Bath journey this May with The Sonic Den, and transport yourself to a state of profound tranquility, peace and inner calm!
Made In Dagenham
Elysian Theater Group return to Paisley with Made in Dagenham... based on the real-life events of the 1968 Ford sewing machinists strike in Dagenham, England!
Houston & Killellan Kirk Carnival
The hugely popular Houston & Killellan Kirk Carnival will be held on Saturday 10th May – with a fabulous selection of rides, activities, stalls – and plenty of fun for everyone!
Blinded By The Light
Writer Sylvia Dow brings her piece Blinded by the Light, a story of survival, of beliefs tested, of spirit and endurance, to Paisley Arts Centre on Friday 16th May!

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