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Events
Dunbar Geology Walk led by Angus Miller (Geologist)
Join the Friends of John Muir's Birthplace on 1st October for a guided walk by Geologist Angus Miller. We will explore the Dunbar coastline and the facinating rock formations which helped to inspire the young John Muir. This coincides with our current exhibition 'John Muir and Geology'. Family session at 11:00am- £5 per family Adult/12... Read More
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Mindfulness in Nature
Due to these strange times we find ourselves in, our mindfulness in nature walk to celebrate John Muir’s birthday 21st April (working in conjunction with East Lothian Council Countryside Rangers) has been cancelled. However, we can all practice mindfulness on our once a day exercise or in our gardens/open spaces. Why not share your experiences... Read More
John Muir Way Anniversary Walk
Lauderdale Park 6 Bayswell Road, DunbarCelebrate the 10th Anniversary of the John Muir Way with a walk around John Muir’s Dunbar looking at wildlife and history. Led by East Lothian Council staff from the Countryside Rangers and Museums. Meet at Lauderdale Park (look for Ranger flag). Walk will finish at John Muir’s Birthplace with refreshments. Sensible shoes and waterproofs/sun hat... Read More
Sketch and Wander: in the footsteps of John Muir
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomWe have collaborated with East Lothian artist Lynn Fraser (Fantoosh Sketching) to offer a bespoke creative ‘walkshop’ in Dunbar as part of East Lothian Walkfest. Friday September 5th 2025 10.30 am to 12.30 pm Meet at John Muir’s Birthplace Booking required. Please book using this link: https://walkfest.org.uk/sketch-and-wander-john-muir/ Celebrating the landscape John Muir grew up in... Read More
Sketch and Wander: In the Footsteps of John Muir
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomWe have collaborated with East Lothian artist Lynn Fraser (Fantoosh Sketching) to offer a bespoke creative ‘walkshop’ in Dunbar as part of East Lothian Archaeology and Heritage Fortnight. Saturday September 13th 2025 10.30 am to 12.30 pm Meet at John Muir’s Birthplace Free but booking required. Please book using this link: https://www.johngraycentre.org/about/archaeology/archaeology-events/east-lothian-archaeology-heritage-fortnight/archaeology-fortnight-2025-events/sketch-and-wander-in-the-footsteps-of-john-muir/. Celebrating the landscape... Read More
Sketch and Wander: Monks Walk
John Muir’s Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar , East Lothian, United KingdomSaturday 23rd May, 10am-12.30pm Sunday 24th May 2-4pm Explore nature connections and pathways around Dunbar High Street with artist Lynn Fraser (Fantoosh). Enjoy a gentle ‘sketchnoting’ walk on Saturday then use the materials and ideas you have gathered to make a communal fanzine on Sunday. Free but booking required @museumseast@eastlothian.gov.uk.
The Geology of Dunbar
To celebrate 300 years since the birth of James Hutton, East Lothian Council Countryside Rangers are leading a guided walk to explore Dunbar’s ancient, and sometimes explosive, past. Join them to discover how earthquakes, volcanoes and ice have shaped our landscape. ✨ Tuesday June 2nd ✨ 10.00-12.00 ✨ Free, but booking is required: email renglish@eastlothian.gov.uk... Read More
