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Fife Museums Forum is delighted to support Homecoming Scotland 2009, highlighting Scotland's contribution to the world. With eleven exhibitions and numerous events taking place in thirteen venues across Fife during 2009, we hope to offer something for everyone.
Fisherfolk, Fisher Families
A series of drop-in days at the museum Research Library and Photographic Archive to find our what resources they have to help you in tracing your fishing roots.
Mondays, monthly throughout the year
APR - SEPT Mon - Fri: 10 - 5.30, Sun: 11 - 5
NOV - MAR Mon - Fri: 10 - 4.30, Sun: 12 - 4.30
Scottish Fisheries Museum, Anstruther
For more information, see website for details: www.scotfishmuseum.org
Innovation Trail
Follow a signposted trail around the museum to see examples of Scottish innovation in design, engineering, technology and economics that shaped the fishing industry, both in Scotland and around the world.
Throughout Homecoming Scotland year
APR - SEPT Mon - Fri: 10 - 5.30, Sun: 11 - 5
NOV - MAR Mon - Fri: 10 - 4.30, Sun: 12 - 4.30
Scottish Fisheries Museum, Anstruther
For more information, see website for details: www.scotfishmuseum.org
Robert Burns - The Murison Collection
A substantial and fascinating collection known as The Murison Burns Collection travels from its usual home at Dunfermline Carnegie Library to Kirkcaldy Museum & Art Gallery. Come along and see rare books, works of art and much more all connected to the great man himself.
Date: 7th March - 26th April 2009
Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery, Abbotsford Road, Kirkcaldy
Free admission
During normal opening hours
For more information, see website for details: www.fifedirect.org.uk
Putting Levenmouth in the Picture
A fascinating display of images from the Centre's own collection and pictures of the Levenmouth area donated by the East Fife Mail.
Date: 10th March - 15 August 2009
Methil Heritage Centre Museum, 272 High Street, Methil
Free admission
During normal opening hours
For more information, see website for details: www.fifedirect.org.uk
In Pursuit of Knowledge - Voyages of Scientific Exploration
The 18th century "Age of Enlightenment", the Victorian era of discovery and the heroic days of early Antarctic exploration all pushed the boundaries of scientific knowledge. Using objects and images, this exhibition helps you journey back in time to find out what life might have been like for these explorers.
Date: 21st March - 17th May 2009
St Andrews Museum, Kinburn Park, Doubledykes Road, St Andrews
Free admission
During normal opening times
For more information see website for details: www.fifedirect.org.uk
Andrew Carnegie; A Man Ahead of His Time
Andrew Carnegie was a champion of scientific innovation and technology. A man ahead of his time, his worldwide legacy is exhibited in our newly refurbished Main Hall incorporating new technology in graphic, audio-visual and touch screen displays.
Date: 1st April - 31st October 2009
Carnegie Birthplace Museum, Moodie Street, Dunfermline
Free admission
During normal opening hours
For more information see the website for details: www.carnegiebirthplace.com
Fife Folk Museum
Featuring an exhibition exploring some of the more interesting sports in Fife. What is a feathery? Where would you find a champagne cork? And, of course, in this year of Homecoming Scotland, you might just find out some things you never knew about golf!
Date: 1st April - 31st October 2009
Fife Folk Museum, High Street, Ceres
£3.50, £2.50 Concession, Accompanied children free.
11.30am - 4.30pm until 30th September, then 12.30pm - 3.30pm
For more information see website for details: www.fifefolkmuseum.com
The World at Our Door
Discover immigration, emigration and travel stories from the Royal Burgh of St Andrews through the ages.
Date: 4th April - 19th April
St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum, North Street, St Andrews
Free admission
2pm- 5pm
For more information see website for details: www.standrewspreservationtrust.com
Genealogy Day
Meet our Family History Group members and learn about genealogy! Tips, addresses and information about the most famous families in St Andrews will be available to all.
Date: 2nd May 2009
St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum, North Street, St Andrews
Free admission
11am - 4.30pm
For more information see website for details: www.standrewspreservationtrust.com
Colours, Curtains and Chords - Arts in St Andrews
Painting, acting, singing... Explore the variety and richness of the artistic community of St Andrews, past and present.
Date: 15th May - 27th September 2009
St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum, North Street, St Andrews
Free admission
2pm - 5pm
For more information see website for details: www.standrewspreservationtrust.com
Great Scots Who Changed the World
It's an education! An exhibition of how Scottish inventors and innovators changed the world. Lots to see...lots to do...and fun for all ages.
Date: 16th - 30th May 2009
Museum of Communication, 131High Street, Burntisland
£3, £1.50 Accompanied Child, £8.50 Family Ticket
11am - 4pm
For more information see website for details: www.mocft.co.uk
Ancestral Voices - Life in Victorian St Andrews
Come along and discover what life was like in Victorian St Andrews.
Date: 23rd May - 30th August 2009
St Andrews Museum, Kinburn Park, Doubledykes Road, St Andrews
Free admission
During normal opening hours
For more information see website for details: www.fifedirect.org.uk
Burntisland Heritage Summer Exhibition
Following on from the success of the 2008 "Schooldays" exhibition, this year's theme of "Old Burntisland Industries, Businesses and Families" features a comprehensive display of information and photographs. Also available for viewing is a wide range of videos and a large collection of historical material.
Date: 20th June - 29th August 2009
Burntisland Heritage Centre, 4 Kirkgate, Burntisland
Free admission
11am - 4pm
For more information see the website for details: www.burntisland.net
Festival of Historic Transport
One of Fife’s largest rallies with hundreds of vintage and classic vehicles on show including cars, lorries, motor cycles, tractors and agricultural machines with free entry to the bus museum.
Date: 21 June 2009
Scottish Vintage Bus Museum, Lathalmond, by Dunfermline
£5, Accompanied children free.
11am - 4pm
For more information see the website for details: www.fhvc.org.uk
A Scottish Fair by Andrew Young
Photographs and paintings by Burntisland artist and local historian Andrew Young evoke the era 1870 to 1920.
Date: 27th June – 13th September 2009
Kirkcaldy Museum & Art Gallery, Abbotshall
Free Admission
During normal opening hours.
For more details see the website for details: www.fifedirect.org.uk
Frank Buckland Exhibition
Scottish Fisheries Museum showcasing the life, works and legacy of the foremost marine scientist of his age, founder of the Museum of Economic Fish Culture and Inspector of Salmon Fisheries – a true innovator in the field of marine research.
Date: 1st September 2009 – 31 January 2010
Scottish Fisheries Museum, Anstruther
During Normal Opening Hours
For more information, see website for details: www.scotfishmuseum.org
Fife Family History Fair 2009: Home and Away
Learn what you need to know to trace your family tree in Fife with experts on hand ready to guide you on your way
Date: 3rd October 2009
Rothes Halls, Rothes Square, Glenrothes
£17.50 Day Ticket (entry to lectures and exhibition) £3.00 Exhibition area only
9am
For more details see the website for details: www.fifedirect.org.uk