21 November 2012

Seeking the Norse

Talk by David Macdonald, Dingwall History Society, who describes the infromation gathered from the recent geophysics survey of the Tulloch Street ca rpark in Dingwall.

Dingwall Community Centre

Lunchtime talk organised by the WEA North Highland Local Association. No need to book. Cost £1. For further information or if disability access is required contact the WEA office on 01463 710577 or email inverness:weascotland.org.uk

21 November 2012

21 November 2012

The Museum of Childhood in Strathpeffer is offering adults the chance to find out about some of Strathpeffer´s history and how the museum uses fact, anecdotes and objects to create an exhibition.

The workshops include an illustrated talk, a museum object-handling session and a skills-sharing activity and will be held on:

Wed 14th Nov: The development of Strathpeffer Spa through the photos of Victorian photographer T Wellwood Maxwell

Wed. 21st Nov: Emigration, and return: Find out about the families and stories of some of Strathpeffer´s grand houses

Wed. 28th Nov: WWII, the home front in Ross-shire “ fascinating oral history stories. Poignant childhood treasures

The workshops are from 2.00 - 4.00 pm and cost £5 each or £12.50 for all three. Refreshments and notes are included

The museum would like to register in advance, for catering purposes. Contact Jennifer Maxwell on jennifer@highlandmuseumofchildhood.org.uk