Belief, Burial, Tombs & Tourists: the past & future of Greyfriars Kirkyard

Belief, Burial, Tombs & Tourists: the past & future of Greyfriars Kirkyard

Date & time: Sat, 26 June 2021 from 10:00 – 16:00.
Online.

Greyfriars Kirkyard is famous worldwide for the lasting impressions it makes on researchers and visitors alike. This conference celebrates the role of Greyfriars in shaping Scottish history, religion and architecture and shines a light on the site’s value to visitors today, captivated by links to Harry Potter, Greyfriars Bobby, and dark tourism. Through a wide-ranging programme, the kirkyard’s past, present and future will be explored by leading academics, community researchers and heritage professionals. At the heart of the discussion will be the question: how can the enduring appeal and value of Greyfriars be harnessed to create a sustainable future for this unique and treasured historic greenspace?

Belief, Burial, Tombs & Tourists: the past & future of Greyfriars Kirkyard

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