David Livingstone Birthplace
The David Livingstone Birthplace celebrates the birthplace and legacy of Dr David Livingstone in Blantyre and across Africa!
About David Livingstone Birthplace
| 165 Station Road, Blantyre G72 9BY | |
| 01416471428 | |
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There are storeys of stories about David Livingstone, the famous Scottish explorer and missionary, in this birthplace museum of his life and work. Housed in Shuttle Row, a tenement which the Livingstones shared with 23 other families, this historic attraction is packed with items relating to his explorations in Africa. These include journals, letters and navigational equipment, as well as dioramas of significant events in his travels. It also gives a fascinating insight into the living and working conditions of 19th-century Scotland.
Set along the banks of the River Clyde and surrounded by stunning park land, the Birthplace museum invites you to follow Livingstone’s journey from Blantyre to Africa through our new interactive exhibition.
Children are encouraged to 'set sail' on our wonderful playground, inspired by Livingstone’s own voyages, and explore the grounds using our trails.
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Upcoming Events at David Livingstone Birthplace
Feel Good Friday Yoga
Mark the end of the week with Nicki at David Livingstone Birthplace for some mindful movement to help ease and stretch the body and relax the mind.
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Adult Handcrafts
Join the David Livingstone Birthplace on Tuesdays and take part in a range of adult handcrafts including sewing, embroidery, storytelling, arts and crafts, painting, yarn art, collage work and more!
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Teddy Bear Picnic
Bring along your favourite cuddly toy to the teddy bear's picnic at David Livingstone Birthplace, where you’ll sing some songs, listen to stories and enjoy teddy snacks together.
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Easter Egg-stravaganza!
Join David Livingstone Birthplace on Saturday 19th or Sunday 20th April and take part in their egg-cellent activities!
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