People urged to dive into cultural heritage as Paisley prepares for Sma' Shot Day

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Buddies are being urged to dive deeper into their cultural heritage this summer as Paisley's Sma’ Shot Cottages prepare to showcase their offering next month.The cottages – which offer people a glimpse into the life of a 1750’s weaver – will take centre stage on Saturday, July 1, when Paisley celebrates its industrial past on Sma’ Shot Day.Held on the first Saturday of July every year, Sma’ Shot Day marks the victory of Paisley weavers in their fight to be paid for the “Sma’ shot”, a small invisible thread sewn into the shawls.The new table of prices for the Sma’ shot was published on July 1, 1856 and it became a local public holiday thereafter.The annual event is a highlight for the Sma’ Shot cottages – two cottages which chart the history of Paisley’s weavers and the thread mill industry.But the Old Paisley Society and its army of volunteers are reminding locals and visitors that they can learn more about their history all summer.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies. Available on both Android and Apple.

D ownload here: smarturl.it/RenfrewLiveSocial The major tourist attraction tells the story of Paisley and crucially the stories of the local people’s ancestors.Cath Mitchell,