David Livingstone Birthplace

150th Year Anniversary Project

Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Dr David Livingstone: Discover, Engage, and Connect with the Birthplace Project in Scotland!

The 1st May 2023 marked the 150th anniversary of Dr David Livingstone's passing, an explorer whose remarkable adventures forged lasting connections between nations. Today, we continue to honour his legacy by strengthening people-to-people ties that benefit the communities of both Scotland and Africa. Embark on a year-long journey with us as we host a captivating series of events to commemorate this extraordinary milestone. We invite you to join us in these celebrations, where you'll have the opportunity to dive deeper into Livingstone's story, engage with vibrant cultures, and form unforgettable connections with fellow enthusiasts.

We are working diligently to re-contextualize David Livingstone's narrative as part of our commitment to inclusivity and accuracy. We aim to debunk the myth of the lone white male traveller and, instead, shed light on the invaluable contributions of individuals from Africa and beyond who played vital roles in Livingstone's expeditions.

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Prepare for an exhilarating year ahead as we honour the spirit of exploration and celebrate the life of Dr David Livingstone together. Adventure awaits – join us today!


Our Future Anniversary Projects

African Food Tasting Events
African Food Tasting Events
Discussion Sessions Programme
Discussion Sessions Programme
Exploring Garden Programme
Exploring Garden Programme
Family Legacy Mural In Our Gazebos
Family Legacy Mural In Our Gazebos
Live Music Events
Live Music Events
Nature Gazebo Events
Nature Gazebo Events
Story Telling Around Collection Items
Story Telling Around Collection Items
Textile Workshops Programme
Textile Workshops Programme
The Power of Poetry - The Blue Room 11:00 am - 3:00pm
The Power of Poetry - The Blue Room 11:00 am - 3:00pm

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Please also see our other Projects information.

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We are very grateful to our key funders the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic Environment Scotland and the Scottish Government for their support in helping us deliver the Birthplace Project.

National Lottery Heritage Fund
Scottish Government
Historic Environment Scotland
Note: Please note that David Livingstone Birthplace (and the David Livingstone Trust) is no longer part of National Trust Scotland (NTS). NTS members will therefore no longer receive discounted/free entry to the Birthplace Museum.

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