Heritage - Paisley

Paisley's Architectural Heritage: Some Key Buildings and their Designers
A daylong conference exploring Paisley's architectural heritage. With a keynote address by Professor John Hume, subjects include: Charles Wilson; John Honeyman; Rowand Anderson; Peddie & Kinnear; T.G. Abercrombie; Paisley Library and The Secret Collection.
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Sma' Shot Weavers in Residence present: Mapping Paisley's Textile Trade
Sma' Shot Weavers in Residence present: Mapping Paisley's Textile Trade: an exhibition and three workshops will be located at 69 High Street, Made in Paisley as part of celebrations for Paisley's Sma' Shot Day 2019. This event is supported by TH.CARs2.
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Can we uncover a centuries-old mystery?
It's 100m long, more than 700 years old, and sits under Paisley town centre - and this week a team went underground to discover the secrets of Paisley Abbey Drain.
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Did you know?
The famous Robertson's Jam originates from Paisley. Marmalade was produced to use up a glut of oranges in the grocer's shop.
Homage to a Pipe Band
Brian Whittingham - Tannahill Makar of Renfrewshire and Chieftain of this year's British Pipe Band Championships - has written a poem especially for the event...published here for you to enjoy!
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Artisan's Institute Exhibition
An exhibition of woven textiles made by a group of participants from the STAR Project, Phoenix Activity Group, RAMH, InCube, the DRC, and KAIROS with support from Glasgow Clyde College weaving tutor Amy Bond. . Part of SMHAF 2019.
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Moving Parts
An exhibition of digital imagery and film by the Peer Focus Photography Group which explores Paisley’s mechanised industrial past. Part of SMHAF 2019.
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Finding your Flow with Hand Knitting - part of Textiles and Wellbeing
A daylong exploratory workshop for beginners & refreshers in hand knitting led by professional knitter Rosie Little. Suitable for aged 14+, however all under 18's must be accompanied by a participating adult. Materials will be provided. Part of SMHAF 2019.
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Natural Dyeing Workshop - part of Textiles and Wellbeing
A daylong beginners' workshop exploring natural dyeing techniques led by textile artist Gillian Steel. Suitable for aged 14+, however all under 18's must be accompanied by a participating adult. Materials will be provided.
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It has all the qualities of a major city, but still maintains the identity and charm you'd associate with a Scottish town. It also has a real sense of scale you wouldn't associate with many towns.

Amanda McMillan
Former CEO, Glasgow Airport

I love Paisley because you must have the only Abbey worldwide with an ’Alien’ gargoyle! #WhyILovePaisley

@JPBreslin
What's Our Story?

I've lived and worked around Paisley for the majority of my life and so it holds a special place for me - it'll always be a place I see as home. Paisley is unique with a great mix of people, places and events to enjoy throughout the year.

Gary Chittick
Photographer