The River that defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries
Dr Murray Cook, Stirling Council's celebrated Archaeologist, gives this talk on the historic importance of the area defined by the three rivers that give our festival its name.
About The River that defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries
| 26th July 2025 | |
| 2pm - 3pm | |
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The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum Dumbarton Road, Stirling FK8 2RQ |
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| Adult £10, under 18 free | |
| Event organiser/part of Three Rivers Festival | |
| Visit the event website here | |
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The River that Defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries, a talk by Dr Murray Cook
Stirling Council's celebrated Archaeologist describes the historic importance of the area defined by the three rivers that give our festival its name.
A popular speaker and prolific author, for his many contributions to Stirling heritage and culture, Murray is the 2025 winner of the Stirling Business Improvement District Outstanding Contribution to Stirling Award.
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