David Livingstone Birthplace museum launches exciting summer events programme

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The David Livingstone Birthplace museum is looking forward to a season full of fun with the launch of its summer events programme.

A number of events are set to take place at the museum in Blantyre throughout the holidays. The programme has been inspired by the Lanarkshire explorer's love of nature and story telling.

The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android And staff are excited to put these two together, running activities which teach visitors young and old how important it is to look after the natural environment, now more than ever.It all kicks off next Saturday, June 25, with an afternoon of live music, featuring artist Gameli Tordzro, a specially commissioned film by Mara Menzie and the launch of a new zine exploring untold stories in response to the museum's collections.There will also be crafts sessions launching on the same day where the museum's learning team invite kids along to discover their creative side.

They will then run every Tuesday of the school holidays thereafter.On Mondays, Storytime At The Museum takes place where interactive sessions are held, based on Southern African and Scottish stories.