The Watt Institution in Greenock - named after one of the town's most famous sons, the inventor James Watt - is set to re-open to the public at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 22, following at £2.1 million revamp. The complex includes the McLean Museum & Art Gallery, the Watt Library and Watt Hall. The buildings … Continue reading Watt Institution set to re-open on November 22
Galoshans Festival celebrates James Watt
One of Greenock's most famous sons - the inventor James Watt - will be celebrated in the area's Galoshans Festival this autumn. The event runs from October 25 to November 1, promising a "vibrant programme of events", celebrating creativity and community spirit. A spokesperson for the organisers said: "The festival combines arts and heritage, centred … Continue reading Galoshans Festival celebrates James Watt
Visit historic Kinneil for free on October 5
Historic Kinneil House in Bo'ness - once home to James Watt's business partner Dr John Roebuck - will be open for free guided tours on Saturday, October 5, 2019. Booking is essential. Tours will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., with the last admission at 3pm. To secure a free place you must reserve … Continue reading Visit historic Kinneil for free on October 5
Delving into the history of Kennetpans
Historian Bill Whitehead has been delving into the history of Kennetpans - the former distillery site that was once home to the first Boulton and Watt rotative engine in Scotland. Bill recently spoke at a conference on Watt at the University of Birmingham and chatted later about his research into the Kennetpans Distillery, set up … Continue reading Delving into the history of Kennetpans
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