History events in Fife
View all the upcoming History events taking place throughout Fife below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Fife
Kirkcaldy Walking Festival: Strolling Through Lockdown - Online
Join Greener Kirkcaldy on 9th August for an online chat about how walking has helped you get through lockdown. Share your photos, stories and new discoveries!
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Going Dutch: The Painting Collection at Hill of Tarvit
Join our curator and one of our specialist guides for an interesting two hour talk and tour of Hill of Tarvit’s painting treasures.
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Regent of the Reformation - CANCELLED
Meet men at arms and join the Renaissance court at Aberdour Castle as you hear them discuss politics of the day and show arms and armour of the period.
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Scotland’s Coasts
This exhibition, drawn from Historic Environment Scotland's archives, explores Scotland's relationship to the sea and its impact on everyday life.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Curious About Edinburgh
Have fun discovering Edinburgh with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Harnessing the Power of Water - CANCELLED
In Scotland's Year of Coasts and Waters, join us for a new exhibition at John Sinclair House where we showcase fantastic material from the HES archives.
Arthur’s Amble - POSTPONED
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past.
Ranger-led Grounds Walk - POSTPONED
This ranger led walk will lead you through the nature and history of Hopetoun's designed landscape.
Arthur’s Secrets - POSTPONED
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
British Sign Language Tours - POSTPONED
Explore Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh's Deaf history with Deaf tour guide John Hay, whose BSL tour will be translated into English by interpreter Linda Duncan.
Arthur’s Adventure - POSTPONED
Come along on a more challenging guided walk to learn about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History
Join the Surgeons Hall Museums on their weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment.
Legends of the Abbey
In these socially distanced talks, discover some of the fascinating stories behind the famous and not-so-famous figures memorialised in the ruins of Holyrood Abbey.
The Story of the Gardens
The Palace gardens are a place of both beauty and history. Find out how the gardens have evolved across the centuries in these talks during August.
Text and Topography: Using Literature to understand Scottish Battle Terrain
Archaeologist Liz Carlton uncovers how literature has influenced military conflicts and the terrain of the battlefield in this online talk hosted by the National Library of Scotland.
Edinburgh Festivals Past: 1954 to 1969
Take a quick tour through the Edinburgh Festivals with a virtual look back at years gone by through footage from the National Library of Scotland's Moving Image Archive!
Origami Peace Cranes making workshop with Shoji Masuzawa
Join Edinburgh Peace & Justice Centre’s member Shoji Masuzawa in an origami peace crane making and storytelling workshop suitable for 7 to 75+ year olds!
Cause for Complaint: Men’s Sexual Health in Early Modern England
This online talk, given by Dr Jennifer Evans, investigates how men's sexual, reproductive, and genitourinary conditions were understood in early modern England.
Celtic Crag - POSTPONED
Join a Ranger for a guided walk and discover the story of the Park’s history from the Stone Age right up to the present day.
The Magnificent Victorian Improvement Project - POSTPONED
Victorian developments had a major impact on Holyrood Park. Join us on a guided walk to discover more about these and the ideas behind them.
Road to Defeat: Cope’s Last March - Zoom lecture
Follow the final leg of the British army's march to Prestonpans, examining the route taken and the events which occurred along the way.
The Fall of Edinburgh 1745: online talk via Zoom
Join historian Dr Arran Johnston as he explores the events which led up to the capture of the capital city, an event which paved the way for the Battle of Prestonpans just a few days later.
1745 Conference 2020
Helion and Company Publishing are proud to announce a special extra From Reason to Revolution 1721-1815 Conference organised in conjunction with the Battle of Prestonpans 1745 Heritage Trust.
Parkaeology - POSTPONED
Celebrate Scottish Archaeology Month and drop in to our parkaeology event in Holyrood Park on 19th & 20th September!
275th Anniversary - Family Activity Day
Join the Battle of Prestonpans 1745 Heritage Trust for a day of activities and presentations to mark the 275th anniversary of the Battle of Prestonpans!
Crannogs: Ancient Life on Linlithgow Loch - POSTPONED
Join Historic Scotland and friends from the Scottish Crannog Centre as we journey back in time 2,500 years and learn about the crannogs that were built on Linlithgow Loch!
Doors Open Days: Trinity House - POSTPONED
As part of Edinburgh Doors Open Day Trinity House will be opening its doors and welcoming you to this wonderful gem of Leith.
British Sign Language Tours at Linlithgow Palace - POSTPONED
Explore Linlithgow Palace with Deaf historian John Hay, whose BSL tour will be translated into English by interpreter Linda Duncan.
Gun Salutes
Join us at Edinburgh Castle for a number of gun salutes throughout the year. Each gun salute, unless otherwise stated, takes place at 12 noon.
Wine and War Masterclass
Back by popular demand, join Master of Wine Rose Murray Brown on Thursday 18th June for a fun evening of history and wine!
Events in Glasgow
Curious About Glasgow
Have fun discovering Glasgow with a self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 2.5-3 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
Merchant City Music Past and Present
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!
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a Historic Tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
The Lighthouse Building Tours
The Lighthouse hold tours every Saturday, they offer a great opportunity to learn about The Lighthouse building, but also about the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the city he was born in!
Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Open Sundays
The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public on selected Sundays throughout the year!
Clydebuilt Festival
Back for a fourth year, the Clydebuilt Festival will return to the Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship at Riverside on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September 2020!
GVVT Annual Open Weekend
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust's Annual Open Weekend returns for 2020 on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October!
Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire
The 2021 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between the 28th August and 5th September!
Events in Lanarkshire
Tenement Through Time
Tenement Through Time is a new, innovative and interactive exhibition which explores tenement life in New Lanark between 1881-1971!
Hamilton Mausoleum Tour
Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Guided Tours of Paisley Abbey
Built in the 12th century and steeped in history, Paisley Abbey is a fascinating building to visit, find out more on one of the regular guided tours!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Remembering Empire
Are you interested in recent history? Researchers in French studies at the University of Stirling have launched a new free online course called ‘Remembering Empire' and it's open to everyone.
Guided Building Tours - POSTPONED
Join us for a free guided tour of The Engine Shed, Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre, and learn all about our traditional building!
Relaxed Visiting Hours - POSTPONED
Our Relaxed Visiting Hours are a time for young people with autism to explore and enjoy our conservation centre.
British Sign Language Tours at Stirling Castle - POSTPONED
Explore Stirling Castle with Deaf tour guide John Hay, whose BSL tour will be translated into English by interpreter Linda Duncan.
British Sign Language Tours at The Engine Shed - POSTPONED
Explore The Engine Shed with Deaf tour guide John Hay, whose BSL tour will be translated into English by interpreter Linda Duncan.
Weapons Demonstrations - Postponed
Our costumed historian will help to bring history to life with his array of weapons and facinating stories, helping you discover how the people and invaders of Scotland made and used weapons.
Stirling Ghostwalk
Join Stirling Old Town's most grumblesome Ghoul, the Happy Hangman, Jock Rankin, on a creepy, comic guided ghostwalk!
Tales from the Battlefield - POSTPONED
Be transported back to one of the most dramatic periods in Scottish History as you listen to costumed actors performing Tales from the Battlefield.
August Anniversary Dates at The National Wallace Monument - Postponed
Come along to some special presentations at The Wallace Monument to mark important anniversaries in Wallace's life.
Scotland’s National Hero - Postponed
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
A Battle Won - Postponed
Travel back in time as costumed actors bring to life the main events of William Wallace and Andrew de Moray’s victory in 1297 at the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
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