History & Heritage
Spirit of the West reflects all that Scotland's best-loved bard is about, as well as providing an excellent resource for visitors wishing to learn more about the history and heritage of the clans and communities from Campbeltown and Arran in the south to Skye in the north!
This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about your own history and heritage and meet the experts that can help you trace your family tree. Our fantastic Heritage and Culture Marquee will not only play host to our wonderful programme of entertainment (Click here to view the full programme timetable.) but will also feature exhibitors of historical and cultural interest including:
The Scottish Tartans Authority
Dedicated to promoting a deeper knowledge of Scottish Tartans, thier origins, manufacture, use, history and development.
T: 01764 655444 W: www.tartansauthority.com
Scottish Genealogy Research
It has been estimated that more than 85 million people world wide claim to have Scottish ancestry. Scottish Genealogy Research are specialists in tracing your Scottish family history. Free general genealogy advice will be available on the day. Each visitor that visits the stand will receive a free pedigree chart. For more specific advice, please contact [email protected]
T: 01750 505224 W: www.scottishgenealogyresearch.t83.net
Geoffrey (Tailor) Kiltmakers
21st Century Kilts in association with Geoffrey (Tailor) Kiltmakers will present a fantastic fashion event, showcasing the Clan Tartans from the West Coast.
T: 0131 2261555 W: www.geoffreykilts.co.uk
Kilmartin Museum
There are more than 350 ancient monuments within a six-mile radius of the village of Kilmartin, 150 of which are prehistoric, making Kilmartin an area of outstanding archaeological importance. Come along and meet the museum staff and learn all about Kilmartin's history.
T: 01546 510278 W: www.kilmartin.org
The Dunollie Collection
See the vast selection of artefacts gathered by Miss Hope MacDougall that tell the story of working and domestic life in the Highlands and Islands for the past 200 years and more.
T: 01631 570550 W: www.dunollie.org
Clann An Drumma
Clann An Drumma are a raw tribal pipe band who will be entertaining us throughout the weekend, but will also be giving you the chance to purchase merchandise and learn more about what they do.
Lochgoilhead Fiddle Workshop
The Lochgoilhead Fiddle Workshop will be entertaining us in various marquees throughout the weekend and will have a stand where you can talk to the members and learn more about their history and what they do.
GW Publishing
Come along and see the author of Hamish McHaggis, Linda Strachan, who will be offering childrens story telling and book signings. She will also be bringing along Hamish and his Whirry Bug ... more fun than your little one's can imagine!
Inveraray Burns Club
The club was formed in Inveraray on 28th April 2006 to celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns, Scotland's Poet and most famous Son and to honour arguably the greatest Scotsman that ever lived who is honoured in countries in every continent of the world.
W: www.inverarayburnsclub.org.uk
