Children are being encouraged to learn about Dunfermline’s creative Paton family as part of a school holiday programme.
The initiative is part of the PAST-PORT scheme and coincides with an exhibition of Victorian artist Sir Joseph Noël Paton's work at Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries.
Since its launch, the holiday activity has ran with themes including Famous Faces and Summer Safari.
The Paton family takes centre stage this October, with activities including a fairy trail, Celtic knot-making, and family monument design.
The Abbey Church of Dunfermline, Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum, Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries, and Historic Environment Scotland’s Dunfermline Abbey Nave & Palace are offering the event.
Families can collect a PAST-PORT from these venues.
By completing the activities and collecting all four stamps, children will earn a certificate.
Participation can be spread over one day, several days, or the entire holiday period.
Thousands of children and young visitors to the historic city of Dunfermline have taken part in previous events.
Parents and carers have been enthusiastic in their feedback too, saying that, “it’s a brilliant way to get kids engaged with history”.
They added that it encourages them to explore locally and that it "provides a memorable experience."
PAST-PORTS are free and can be picked up at any On-Fife venues.
The activities are available from October 5 to October 20.
Families are invited to share photos of their PAST-PORT experiences on social media using the hashtags ‘#HQExplorers’ and ‘#CreativePatons’.
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