by Robin Thompson | 3 Feb 2025 | Diary
Witches! Near Markinch! by Elizabeth McMann & Sheila Gaul Remembering the Accused Witches of Scotland (RAWS) Scotland had approximately 4,000 accused witches Thursday 6th February 2025 at 7pm 252 Memorial Hall, Betson Street, Markinch (£2 entrance fee for...
by Robin Thompson | 7 Jan 2025 | Articles
Printers, Booksellers, Bookbinders and Stationers, 1780-1883 by Dr Jean Barclay The early 19th century saw a revolution in the art of printing as the wooden hand presses with moveable type that had been in use since Gutenberg and Caxton`s time in the 15th century...
by Robin Thompson | 7 Jan 2025 | Diary, Talks
16th January 2025, 7:30pm Abbey Church Halls. The Early Years of Mary, Queen of Scots: War, Destruction, Reconstruction and Reformation Dr Amy Blakeway Dr Blakeway is a Senior Lecturer in the School of History at St. Andrews University. She has previously held posts...
by Robin Thompson | 30 Dec 2024 | Diary
Markinch Heritage Group by David Caldwell The hoard of medieval playing pieces remain one of the most valuable finds to come out of Scottish soil. Until recently, their story had remained constant for nearly 200 years. What has changed? Come and find out! Thursday...
by Robin Thompson | 29 Nov 2024 | Diary
Markinch Heritage Group The Museum of Communication by Tom Stevenson Starting from its beginnings in 1973, the talk will cover the museum’s collection, activities, and future plans. Thursday 5th December 2024 at 7pm 252 Memorial Hall, Betson Street, Markinch (£2...
