Days out and History

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18th Century Cottage Life
Date	Location
Fiona J Houston decided to live like an 18th century ancestor. In this talk she explains the pleasures and pains of her experiment, followed by an 18th century-inspired buffet. View full details
27 Sep 11am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

1952–2012: 60 Years of the Past
Date	Location
An exhibition looking at the last 50 years of Falkirk and its surrounding area, and the changes that have taken place since the Queen took the throne. View full details
23 May–20 Oct Mon–Sat 10am–5pm	Callendar House, Falkirk

2012 Invades Popular Culture: Mayans, Memes, and the End of a World Era
Date	Location
Apocalyptic culture researcher (one for the list of 'jobs we'd like to have') Kevin Whitesides discusses the 2012 phenomenon and how the end of the world has suddenly become a hot topic for everyone – not just the crazies. Part of Edinburgh Art Festival: Art Late. View full details (Edinburgh Festival Guide)
23 Aug 6.30pm	Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh

An Afternoon of 50s Flair
Date	Location
Pop on your winklepickers and tease your hair into a bouffant before boarding the retro red bus to the 1950s. Tour the costume exhibition, enjoy an old school cream tea then take in a screening of Grease. Prizes for the best 1950s costumes! View full details
21 Jun 11am	National Museum of Costume, Dumfries

AHSS: Visit to Kelburn Castle and Knock Castle
Date	Location
The Strathclyde group of the Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland leads a day trip to the colourfully graffiti'd Kelburn Castle and the 17th-century ruins of Knock Castle. Meet at Kelburn Castle car park. View full details
27 Jun 10am	Kelburn Castle and Country Centre, Largs

All Day Arthur's Adventures
Date	Location
This is a challenging walk with strenuous inclines and rough terrain, but it's packed full of fascinating facts about the history of Arthur's seat. Wear appropriate clothing and walking boots. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. View full details
16 Jun 10am 29 Jul 10am	Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh

Almondell Past and Present
Date	Location
Learn about the heritage of the Almondell Estate over this walk and talk. Meet at the Visitor Centre. View full details
18 Nov 1.30pm	Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn

The Anatomical Museum Open Day
Date	Location
A chance to explore the collections and meet notorious body snatcher Burke (or at least his skeleton). View full details
30 Jun 10am	Anatomical Museum, Edinburgh

Applying Pressure
Date	Location
Hear the bloody tale of Earl Gilbert and the megalomaniacal manner in which he took the ruling of Crossraguel Abbey into his own hands. View full details
17 Jun 11am	Crossraguel Abbey

Architectural Secrets Walking Tour
Date	Location
A wander through Aberdeen's old town to learn about its Medieval buildings and the 18th and 19th century artisan houses. Meet at the entrance to King's College. View full details
16 Jun 7.30pm	James McKay Hall, Aberdeen

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