The History Quine

09/12/2025

Sharing this from Esther Helfer. Some of you might like to help by answering her survey?

Hello,I'm working on an art project at the moment, rediscovering Aberdeen not as a granite city but as a red clay city. Using old maps of the area, I have been looking into Aberdeen's pan-tile industry and how it shaped the visual character of the city. It is amazing how a place can change over time and how narratives can impact its identity.
That in mind I would like to collect some of the stories and/or memories that people have of Aberdeen. Perhaps how something used to be, something you have seen changed or a piece of history that has slipped into the background of the city's many past.
If you have something you would like to share please fill out this short survey or get in touch with me directly.
https://forms.gle/ZQ3af1pBPpmE9YvD9
Please feel free to share the survey with anyone else who might be interested in contributing.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Many thanks!

02/12/2025

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Best News! Even if I haven't pinned down the build date yet! Go and support this worthy endeavour!

✨ The wait is finally over! ✨

We are absolutely delighted to announce that we’ll be opening this Friday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the beautiful Wallace Tower.

We can’t wait to open that gorgeous door and welcome you into the incredible space we feel so lucky to call home.

Thank you so much to the lovely Tillydrone Community Development Trust trust for making this happen, for all of the incredible hard work and for the lovely welcome and support they have shown us ♥️

Over the next few days we’ll be running a soft launch as we settle into our new surroundings and find our flow. During this time, we’ll be offering freshly made sandwiches, beautiful coffee as always, and a selection of lovely cakes.

Our winter opening hours for the next couple of months will be:
Wednesday to Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

We can’t wait to see you this weekend and over the coming days. Thank you for all your excitement and support — it means the world ♥️

31/10/2025

Spookiness from some local filmmakers this Hallowtide!

Investigating a mysterious Blight on the Mirk Hollow Estate deep in the Scottish Highlands, a group of scientists become unwittingly involved in a race for ...

24/10/2025

waaay behind on my spooky tales - here's one from the Chanonry - Tam Framper's Manse

Old Aberdeen’s Chanonry reeks of mystery and antiquity as one wanders down past the high-walled 19th century mansions towards St. Machar Ca...

09/10/2025

My and Yvonne Heald's film "No Ladies Please" has been chosen for a local short film showcase!
Do join us if you can!
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02/10/2025

SPOOK-TOBER
inspired by Danny Robins, presenter of Uncanny, I'm going to find as many creepy and spooky tales this month for all you paranormal fans.

Starting with another of my old blog posts about the graves of criminals likely still under Queen St Police HQ!

https://historyquineaberdeen.blogspot.com/2013/09/where-are-bodies-buried.html?m=1

(Image shows the old East Prison behind the North Kirk - copyright Aberdeen University Washington Wilson Collection )

02/10/2025

found my old blog post about St Clement's Kirk in Fittie!

https://historyquineaberdeen.blogspot.com/2013/09/st-clements-fitties-forgotten-kirk.html

01/10/2025

Please note, I will not meet up with people I do not know. This is a business, it's not my personal profile. If I don't know you in real life, I will not respond to friend requests or meet up with a stranger on their own. SAFETY FIRST

28/09/2025

Spotted some more street art just after the Suffragettes' tour! Markies from Flourmill Lane side.

28/09/2025

Part two!

Torry is a regeneration-area on the other side of the river Dee in Aberdeen, Scotland. Throughout the years, Torry had to endure many challenges: the displac...