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The Renfrewshire Local History Forum was formed in 1988 to act as an umbrella organization, bringing together all the societies in the county which have an interest in history or heritage.
The Forum acts as a link between the various societies by publishing newsletters and giving details of events which might be of interest.
In addition the Forum organizes conferences and lectures on particular themes. Subjects covered in recent years include sport, food and cooking, children, and farming. The venue for these events moves around the county to enable as many interested people as possible to attend.
The forum promotes all aspects of History and Archaeology in the OLD county or 'shire' of Renfrew. This covers the modern administrative authorities of East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire, Inverclyde, parts of southern Glasgow and other small outposts.
The Forum acts as a link between the various societies by publishing newsletters and giving details of events which might be of interest.
In addition the Forum organizes conferences and lectures on particular themes. Subjects covered in recent years include sport, food and cooking, children, and farming. The venue for these events moves around the county to enable as many interested people as possible to attend.
The forum promotes all aspects of History and Archaeology in the OLD county or 'shire' of Renfrew. This covers the modern administrative authorities of East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire, Inverclyde, parts of southern Glasgow and other small outposts.
Monday 07 April 2008
Johnstone Museum Opens
Johnstone Museum Opens in the new Morrisons Superstore.
See the BBC story below.
http://news.bbc.co.uk
See the BBC story below.
http://news.bbc.co.uk
Friday 02 November 2007
Conference 2008 - Advance notice - January update
A major conference will be held on Saturday 14 June 2008 discussing the Coats and Clark families' contribution to Paisley.
9.30am Coffee and Registration
9.55am Chairman’s welcoming remarks - David Rowand FSA
10.00am The Development of the Cotton Industry in Paisley
- Stuart Nisbet, University of the West of Scotland.
10.40am Family Homes of the Threadmakers - Valerie Reilly, Paisley Museum.
11.20am Break
11.30am The Philanthropic Architecture of Coats and Clark
- Simon Green, RCAHMS.
12.10pm Questions and general discussion.
12.30pm Lunch (optional extra)
The afternoon session will consist of guided visits to some of the Coats and Clark buildings that dominate Paisley’s townscape. This will involve some short walks between venues - please be prepared in case of inclement weather. It is planned to arrange tours of Paisley Museum and Coats Observatory, and Paisley Town Hall. The Thomas Coats Memorial Church, described as the finest Baptist church in Europe, will only be open after 4pm due to a wedding. Please indicate on the booking form whether you would be interested in this option. The organisers of the Conference are keen to emphasise and promote Paisley’s textile heritage. We would therefore encourage every delegate to attend wearing or carrying an item decorated with the world-famous Paisley pattern.The cost of attending the conference is £6.00 per person, inclusive of morning tea or coffee. Lunch is optional at an extra cost of £5.00 per person. Delegates who require lunch must book and pay by 31st May in order to facilitate catering. Bookings for the conference only can be made until the date of the conference.
Booking Form is now available Download it here.
9.30am Coffee and Registration
9.55am Chairman’s welcoming remarks - David Rowand FSA
10.00am The Development of the Cotton Industry in Paisley
- Stuart Nisbet, University of the West of Scotland.
10.40am Family Homes of the Threadmakers - Valerie Reilly, Paisley Museum.
11.20am Break
11.30am The Philanthropic Architecture of Coats and Clark
- Simon Green, RCAHMS.
12.10pm Questions and general discussion.
12.30pm Lunch (optional extra)
The afternoon session will consist of guided visits to some of the Coats and Clark buildings that dominate Paisley’s townscape. This will involve some short walks between venues - please be prepared in case of inclement weather. It is planned to arrange tours of Paisley Museum and Coats Observatory, and Paisley Town Hall. The Thomas Coats Memorial Church, described as the finest Baptist church in Europe, will only be open after 4pm due to a wedding. Please indicate on the booking form whether you would be interested in this option. The organisers of the Conference are keen to emphasise and promote Paisley’s textile heritage. We would therefore encourage every delegate to attend wearing or carrying an item decorated with the world-famous Paisley pattern.The cost of attending the conference is £6.00 per person, inclusive of morning tea or coffee. Lunch is optional at an extra cost of £5.00 per person. Delegates who require lunch must book and pay by 31st May in order to facilitate catering. Bookings for the conference only can be made until the date of the conference.
Booking Form is now available Download it here.
Thursday 17 January 2008
Archaeology Section Meetings
The next Archaeology Section Meeting will be in October 2008. Watch this space for details.
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Linnpark
Meg,
I'm sure the church was the original St Andrew's Church which later united with the Trinity Church to become the St Andrews Trinity Church.Let me know if you wish some detailed information.
I'm sure the church was the original St Andrew's Church which later united with the Trinity Church to become the St Andrews Trinity Church.Let me know if you wish some detailed information.
marion
can anyone please give me information on the Bank Street working boys home?? and where i can find records relating to boys who were there, thanks
zil
Hi Kaz,
Prior to it's present incarnation as a children's home North View house was a B&B (owned by the same people who opened Kikko's in Houston Square). In the 90s it was St Vincent de Paul hospice before they moved to Howwood and sometime before that I believe it was Joe Jaconelli's house or so I was told. Hope that helps
Prior to it's present incarnation as a children's home North View house was a B&B (owned by the same people who opened Kikko's in Houston Square). In the 90s it was St Vincent de Paul hospice before they moved to Howwood and sometime before that I believe it was Joe Jaconelli's house or so I was told. Hope that helps
sally
Hi
My family are the Harveys of walton farm Renfrewshire
My family are the Harveys of walton farm Renfrewshire
GwenW
Is there a listing of all/or old pubs in Paisley? I am trying to find where my ggggrandmother was a publican.
meg
There used to be an old church in russell street johnstone that was jaconelli's cash and carry. Does any one remember the name of the church?
kaz
i am looking for any information on northview house in north road in johnstone, it is currently a childrens residential home which i work in but i am eager to know its past.
jane.pink
I am looking for info on Blackstoun farm, paisley esp re alleged hidden underground passages to Paisley abbey.. fact or fiction?
Murphy
The Levern Mill appears on an 1856 map of Barrhead. It is still visible on the 1939 map (although marked as disused). It looks as though it is roughly where the old folks home is now and it is spread back in towards Carlibar Park. It is on the other side of the Levern Water from the current Main Street. It doesn't look as though it would stretch much further up than where Manse Court currently is. If you have access to Barrhead library it has a 1890s map which should show it. Hope this helps.
swedz62
Hi Bob
Yes after further investigation it is Kilnknowe Cottages in Howwood...unsure which number as it doesn't state it in the 1901 census...I do have his daughter Margaret Lenaghan at number 42 and her nephew William Edwards at number 6 in 1957 though.
Yes after further investigation it is Kilnknowe Cottages in Howwood...unsure which number as it doesn't state it in the 1901 census...I do have his daughter Margaret Lenaghan at number 42 and her nephew William Edwards at number 6 in 1957 though.
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