What's On - Future Local History/Genealogy Events

Join us at Dundee Central Library for "Solving Mary?s Mystery: A Group Investigation," a hands-on workshop connected to the exhibition Left at the Wellgate: The Untold Story of Mary Petrie Smith....

Join leading scholar of Scottish women?s history Dr Esther Breitenbach for a talk which will shed light on the time, place and social context in which Mary Petrie Smith made her decision to leave...

On September 14, 1911, Mary Petrie Smith made a fateful decision. She left her two young sons in their pram outside a pub at the top of the Wellgate Steps and boarded a ship bound for Canada. Now,...

An exhibition of the work of photographer Alex Coupar, charting the faces and places of Dundee and beyond....

In the latest exhibition at Discovery Point, Scotland?s whaling stories are uncovered. Dive into the nation?s connections to the industry, and explore the role of the RRS Discovery in turning the...

Find us where the city meets the Silvery Tay....

Pick up a free, family-friendly printed trail and pencil and then explore the museum. Sketch, wander and find out fun facts about our architecture and design. When you?ve finished, collect an...

Stories from the Building is a new display designed to celebrate our architectural and design journey. Offering a glimpse into the design process, construction techniques and collaborative spirit...

An exhibition of the work of photographer Alex Coupar, charting the faces and places of Dundee and beyond....

In the latest exhibition at Discovery Point, Scotland?s whaling stories are uncovered. Dive into the nation?s connections to the industry, and explore the role of the RRS Discovery in turning the...