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Homecoming Scotland 2014 announced
Scotland is to stage a second year of Homecoming in 2014, it has been confirmed.
The event will coincide with the Commonwealth Games and the Ryder Cup, as well as the 700th anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn.
Family History Taster Sessions in Angus and Dundee
Getting started with your family history? Need few tips? Gone off the trail? Tayroots are offering Family History Taster Sessions and information days throughout the summer. If you are visiting the area, or just having a good day out come and meet the experts.
View »A major milestone for Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
A significant milestone in the new Robert Burns Birthplace Museum project was reached earlier this month with the exterior of the building being completed. The National Trust for Scotland museum will house one of the world’s most important Burns collections and will be split into four sections, ‘Identity’, Inspiration, Fame and Creative Works. The museum is due to open in Autumn 2010, in Alloway, Ayrshire.
View »Family History Fairs in Aberdeenshire this summer
Explore your family history in Aberdeen City and Shire this summer and visit one of the Family History fairs and events happening in July. Research your family roots with help from one of the knowledgeable and friendly staff at the Crathes Castle event in July. Take part in one of the many Aberdeen Tartan Day events on 31st July and find out more about your past at the Victorian Town House Family History Fair.
View »Cawdor Castle
Find out more about what's happening at Cawdor castle to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Calder family marrying into the Campbells of Cawdor clan.
View »Shetland Hamefarin - Celebrate your Shetland Roots!
In June this year, Shetland will host a 'Hamefarin' welcoming Shetlanders from all around the world back to their home islands.
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