Free social events at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
A short informal talk, tour or film, with a chance to reminisce, socialise and find out more about our local heritage. Join us every month or just for the subjects that interest you.
Refreshments provided.
Call 01236 638460 for more information.
The Life and Work of Millie Frood
The Life and Work of Millie FroodWednesday 24 April, 1.30pm – 3pm
An informal gallery talk about Motherwell artist Millie Frood.
Inspired by the Strange Horizons – Millie Frood exhibition at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre.
Old Motherwell Footage and Photos
Old Motherwell Footage and PhotosWednesday 29 May, 1.30pm – 3pm
Documentary footage of the extensive re-development of Motherwell Town Centre in the 1960s and 1970s (26 mins).
Plus a chance to browse some historical photos from our Local Studies collections.
“The Pox, the Flu and the Measles”
Wednesday 26 June, 1.30pm – 3pm
Have you ever wondered how the people of Motherwell and surrounding area dealt with epidemics and diseases over the centuries?
Come along to this local history talk to find out more.
Film Screening “Dalzell”
Film Screening “Dalzell”Wednesday 28 August, 1.30pm – 3pm
The story of Motherwell’s stately home” by Motherwell Heritage Society (43 mins).
Plus a chance to browse some photos and documents from the Hamilton of Dalziel Collection.
The Making of The Big Mill
Wednesday 25 September, 1.30pm – 3pm
In 1962 the Films of Scotland Committee and steelmaker Colvilles commissioned a documentary film on the new hot strip mill at Ravenscraig Steel Works.
This talk with excerpts included tells the story of one of Scotland’s most enduring documentary films.
Emily Gerrard – Madame Dracula & Halloween Ghost Stories
Emily Gerrard – Madame Dracula & Halloween Ghost StoriesWednesday 30 October, 1.30pm – 3pm
Did you know that Lanarkshire author Emily Gerrard inspired parts of Brahm Stoker’s Dracula novel?
Find out more about this and some of Lanarkshire’s other ghostly goings-on, in this seasonal talk.
Story of The Motherwell Swimmers
Wednesday 27 November, 1.30pm – 3pm
Discover the story of Motherwell’s famous Olympian Swimmers who dominated British swimming for twenty years during the 1940s and 50s, and the significance of Motherwell Baths to the town’s local heritage
Saturday Socials for Families
Saturday Socials for FamiliesA chance to reminisce and explore together.
All Ages welcome.
Book online or call 01236 638460 for more information.
Walk and Sketch Gallery Tour
Saturday 27 April, 1.30pm – 3pm
Grab a clipboard and pencil and try a new way to engage with the artworks in the Strange Horizons – Millie Frood exhibition.
Cinema Social Film and Craft
Saturday 25 May, 1.30pm – 3pm
A classic Disney film matinee plus a cinema-themed craft.
Family Ghost Tour and Craft
Saturday 26 October, 1.30pm – 3pm
Take a guided walk through our tower and discover some local ghost stories and superstitions as you go, plus a Halloween craft.
Christmas Cartoons and Craft
Saturday 30 November, 1.30pm – 3pm
Join us for a seasonal social where there will be some Christmas cartoons showing alongside a craft and mystery Victorian objects.