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Bring history alive A tour by Scotia Heritage brings history alive by visiting the locations and recalling the tales of yesteryear.
As a teacher you need Accurate material, well presented and, most of all, time to do the research. Let me solve that problem. History is my passion. Researching history is my skill. Let me present old Dundee to your pupils.
As an historian and guide I can convey the following topics that cover all things Dundonian. Rest assured that the material is thoroughly checked and accurate. As a professional tour guide I am experienced at conveying information at all stages of understanding.
The topics listed below are offered as site specific guided walks.
• Jute, jam and journalism An introduction to the trades that made Dundee famous and illustrating why Dundee was known as a women's town.
• Meadowside This former swampland was cleared and drained to make way for the epitome of Victorian entrepreneurship and architecture.
• The Royal Burgh Medieval life based around the Mercat Cross, the markets and the Old Steeple, sea-going lives and regular occupations by enemy forces.
• Ecclesiastical Dundee Known to have more religious establishments than any other Scottish town your guide has studied most of the ecclesiastical sites in the city. This tour rediscovers these establishments and their social impacts.
• Maritime district Tales of the whalers, the RRS Discovery, the frigate Unicorn and the Sea Captain’s House. Discover the ancient shorelines and harbours that brought wealth to a royal burgh.
• Dundee Law This overview of the city covers the natural setting and 800 years of enterprise. Marvel at the natural setting and hear how Dundee was first to achieve innovative events.
• The Howff Explore this former orchard of a medieval monastery and learn of graveyard fashions, grave robbers and the people who shaped Dundee. This site has connections to the 9 Incorporated Trades, Mary Queen of Scots and Robert the Bruce.
Indoor subjects Although all of the above subjects can be adapted to a classroom setting the following are best suited to indoor discussions.
This subject takes a sample of work from connections. The timespan ranges from the Reformation through the 1707 Union and World War I to the present.
A fuller history of Dundee publishers John Leng and DC Thomson that uses material not in the public domain.
As the author of a comprehensive guidebook I can supply a very detailed account of St. Mary’s Tower and the City Churches.
Alternatively, combine geography, history and culture by discovering more about Dundee's twin cities and namesakes around the world.
Would your class like to hear about this new 'tradition' of Christmas and why it was introduced? We can explore how the Scots really spent Christmas Day and their preference for the New Year.
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