History and Stories
Every object has a story.
Every place has a past.
Discover the people, places, objects and events that have shaped Linlithgow and the surrounding area.
David Waldie
Discover the story of Linlithgow-born David Waldie, the chemist whose suggestion helped lead James Young Simpson to chloroform — and whose remarkable life took him from Linlithgow to the other side of the world.
The Legend of the Black Bitch
Discover the legend behind Linlithgow’s famous Black Bitch — a story of loyalty, survival and a remarkable dog that became an enduring symbol of the town and its people.