Connect

Connect with Heritage Organisations

Connection, both to our local heritage and the community around us, fulfils our natural human need for inclusion, belonging, and understanding of our place in the larger tapestry of time. By connecting ourselves to the traditions and experiences of those who came before us, we gain a sense of purpose and identity. Bonding with our community based on shared history and values, we nurture and encourage mutual support and a collective sense of purpose, both of which are essential for wellbeing and mental health.

If you are interested in a local history talk, helping to restore an ancient garden, taking part in a volunteer-based project, simply meeting new people or joining a group for a local walk, Dunfermline and West Fife has welcoming and inclusive groups, and places that will help you to CONNECT with like-minded people.

History and Heritage Organisations

Saline & District Heritage Society

The society has its own museum, hosts regular talks at Saline Church Hall, and explores the heritage of the area with local historians and archaeologists.
Visit the Saline & District Heritage Society website

Kincardine History Society

The society holds meetings in the Community Centre, Anderson Lane, Kincardine from 2.00pm to 4.00pm once a month from October to March, with talks on local and not-so-local history.
Visit the Kincardine History Society website

Dunfermline Family History Group

Have you got family story to tell? This group specialises in encouraging and supporting family history research, with monthly meetings including workshops and guest speakers, and an annual outing. They meet on the last Wednesday of the month from September – May in The Music Institute in Dunfermline.
Visit the Dunfermline Family History Group website

Dunfermline Historical Society

The society hosts a programme of talks from September to May, and group visits ranging from day trips to week-end away, in April and June. Meetings are held in the Abbey Church Hall, Abbey Park Place, Dunfermline, on the third Thursday of each month and start at 7:30 pm.
Visit the Dunfermline Historical Society website

Valleyfield Heritage Project

This active community group holds monthly meetings, with a focus on mining history.
Visit the Valleyfield Heritage Project website

West Fife Woodland Group

Seasonal events are held regularly at The Den in Culross.
Visit the West Fife Woodland Group website

Friends of Pittencrieff Park

The Friends meet regularly to discuss all things Pittencrieff Park related. Meetings are held in the glassroom, part of the greenhouse.
Visit the Friends of Pittencrieff Park website

Scottish Vintage Bus Museum/ Lathalmond Railway Museum

Members of both museums take part in the restoration and display of vintage buses and trains.
Visit the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum/ Lathalmond Railway Museum website

Tombstones and Tales at Dunfermline Abbey Churchyards

Friendly community group who are exploring gravestones at the Abbey in Dunfermline ans uncovering hidden stories.
Visit the Tombstones and Tales at Dunfermline Abbey Churchyards Facebook page

Museums, Libraries and Trusts

Culross Palace & Garden

Events and activities including themed walks and tours are regularly held at site which is run by National Trust for Scotland.
Visit the Culross Palace & Garden website

Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries

In addition to its exhibitions, regular events are held at the Library and Museum.
Visit the Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries website

Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum

Regular events are held at the museum, from family activities to chess challenges.
Visit the Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum website

Fife Coast & Countryside Trust

Get involved in river and marine habitat restoration with the FCCT.
Visit the Fife Coast & Countryside Trust website

Abbot House, Dunfermline

Learn new skills, bring out your artistic side and have lots of fun at the regular creative workshops held in Abbot House, Dunfermline.
Visit the Abbot House, Dunfermline website