Dingwall Museum
Some events matter. This page contains a few events that our museum members thought worthy of note.
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blogs and
in-depth
articles
The Coming of the Hydro
In 1946 the Hydro Board began an ambitious scheme to convert the whole of the Conon River basin into one large electricity-producing area. This changed the Highlands for ever. It's a remarkable story
Legacies of War - Dingwall in the 1920's
The shadow of the Great War hung over Dingwall in the 1920s. It had sent almost 500 young men into active service - 20% of whom never came back. What was it like then?
The Coming of the Railways
In 1862 the railway line between Dingwall and Inverness was opened. It transformed the town, opening up opportunities, trade and tourism
The Meal Mob of 1847
Towards the end of 1847 riots broke out in Dingwall related to food supplies and prices. This was related to the recent opening of the Dingwall canal. What really happened?
Dingwall and the Ross & Cromarty Election of 1847
Forbes Munro unravels the complex interweaving of men, religion, trade and destitution that were behind the uncontested Ross & Cromarty parliamentary election of 1847. Who won? Read the article to find out!
Dingwall's Pivotal Year of 1975
Looking back, it's interesting to see what just one year did for Dingwall. So much happened to the town that year, set against important regional and national events. Read all about it!
