Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers
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Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers

Thu 12 Nov17:30
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National Library of Scotland
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Erin Farley shares stories from the Northern Lighthouse Board Heritage Trust's Oral History Project at the National Library of Scotland in Edinburgh on 12 November 2026, followed by an audience Q&A.

The Stevenson family built a network of lifesaving lights around Scotland's coast, each with its own flash pattern.

Erin Farley, project fieldworker and editor of the book 'Lighthouse Lives', shares reflections and stories from the project.

The talk takes place at the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh, on Thursday 12 November 2026, 17:30–18:30.

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When does Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers start and end?

Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers runs Thursday, 12 November 2026, 17:30 until 18:30.

Where is Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers?

Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers takes place at National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh.

Is Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers sold out?

Yes, the official ticket shop lists Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers as sold out. The official page shows it if tickets come back.

How much are tickets for Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers?

Lighthouse lives: Stories from Scotland's Keepers is free to enter.

What does the talk cover?

Stories from Scotland's lighthouses and the keepers, families, ships' crews and engineers who kept the lights lit. - Erin Farley shares reflections from the Oral History Project - The project recorded people who saw the change from manned to automatic lights

Can I ask questions?

Yes. The talk is followed by an audience Q&A.

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