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Saturday 7th October 2023
Learn fascinating facts regarding flora and fauna around Scottish shores. Finfd out about the importance of protecting marine life and the environment
Friday 13th October 2023
Experience the gripping tale of the Eilean Mor lighthouse keepers' disappearance, set against the backdrop of the remote Outer Hebrides. This thrilling amature production combines historical drama, psychological suspense, and supernatural intrigue.
Thursday 19th October 2023
This fascinating talk and not shown before archive film show will cover the early years of Caledonian MacBrayne and the P.S. Waverley in preservation.
28th October 2023
Learn intriguing facts about glassblowing, its origins, and history. Discover how sound can significantly impact the process of painting landscapes.
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For two days only Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th September you can pre-book a tour of this award winning facility.
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Join us for a viewing of our Dream Destinations exhibition and an evening talk presented by Lawrie Sinclair, our chair of Trustees, on the maritime career of his grandfather William Lawrie Sinclair.
Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th January 2024
Presented by Kilmarnock and District Model Railway Club; come along and see the amazing layouts of the Model Railway Exhibition in the remarkable location of the Linthouse building!
Comming back in 2024!- More information soon
Comming back in 2024!- More information soon. FREE ENTRY into the Linthouse Gallery where you will find lots of information stalls connected with the Scotland's Maritime Heritage
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Recommended for a good fun & informative day out. Suitable for individuals, couples, groups and families (6yrs up recommended)
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The fun–filled day for children of all ages and their families is back by popular demand and will feature a special pirate treasure hunt trail!
5th August 2023
Families are invited to join us and discover secrets about worlds famous ship RMS Titanic.
5th August 2023
Join us to discover most interesting facts about White Star Line Shipping Company and its "super ships" RMS Titanic, HMHS Britannic and RMS Olympic
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One of the largest performing Sea Shanty Choirs in the world performs at the Scottish Maritime Museum! Click on FIND OUT MORE for a link to buy tickets
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Set in the courtyard and inside the impressive Linthouse Building of the Scottish Maritime Museum on Irvine's Harboursde, Ayrshire's Summer Food, Drink and Craft Market will be showcasing Ayrshire's finest food drink and crafts for you to try and buy.
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‘Vikings and Skylarks on Cumbrae’ author, Maura McRobbie will read excerpts from her book telling how the Vikings lived in peace with the Scots on the west of Scotland long before the Battle of Largs in 1263
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Join in with a pirate treasure hunt, face painting, fun games around the Museum plus ‘make and take’ crafts.
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Tap your toes for an evening of traditional folk music inside the historic Linthouse
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Visit the Scottish Maritime Museum with your scary wee rascals for some creepy crafts, scary storytelling and spooky surprises
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Inside our magnificent Linthouse building you will walk through a wonderland of handmade treasures and unique gifts to inspire your Christmas gift buying
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On  Saturday 10th September the Scottish Maritime Museum Dumbarton will be opening its doors for free as part of Doors Open Days 2021!
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Join us for an afternoon of talks about sea monsters from Scotland and beyond.
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Join us to celebrate the wide and diverse crafts, local artisans and unique products available in Ayrshire.
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Join us for some swashbuckling fun Thursday 2nd June
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Discover Storm, an outdoor spectacle on an epic scale! From Edinburgh’s Vision Mechanics comes a 10m folklore giant made-real, carrying the weight of the world and the oceans on her shoulders.
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