Weavers Biennial Dinner
Friday 21 April saw our Biennial Dinner at the Weavers Room in the Verdant Works. Around 35 members and guests enjoyed a fine evening of friendship and a good …
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Hammerman Annual Dinner
The Incorporation of Dundee Hammerman Dinner took place at the Woodlands Hotel, Broughty Ferry, Friday 24thMarch 2023. Like previous dinners, it was a lively affair with almost 70 attendees. …
Read more >Nine Incorporated Trades Talk
How can the Nine Incorporated Trades of Dundee adapt from their sixteenth-century beginnings to be relevant in the modern world? Dr Toma Pustelnikovaite discusses her year of research into …
Read more >First panels of Dundee’s Tapestry on display at the V&A
The first embroidered panels of Dundee’s very own tapestry have gone on display at the V&A Museum. Once complete the stitches will tell the stories of the city’s history dating …
Read more >Past Deacon Conveners Service of Dedication
The Past Deacon Conveners Service of Dedication was held once again at St Andrews Parish Church on Sunday 5th February. The service of Dedication is tradition goes back hundreds …
Read more >Dundee Schools Past & Present
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Scottish Education Act, which established School Boards across the country and in Dundee. Linda Nicoll and Elizabeth Merchant have taken the opportunity …
Read more >Kirkin’ of The Trades
The Annual Kirkin’ of the Trades took place on Sunday 27th November. It was a splendid service led by the Trades Chaplain, Rev. Anita Kerr. There were a good …
Read more >Past Deacon Bill McLaren Laid to Rest
Past Deacon of The Baker Craft and Past Deacon Convenor of Nine Trades, Bill McLaren was laid to rest today. The funeral held at Forfar East & Old Parish Church, had …
Read more >Bill McLaren Tribute
It was with great sadness that we learnt last week of the passing of one of the stalwarts of the Bakers Craft, Bill McLaren. Starting as an ‘unofficial’ baker …
Read more >Glovers Craft Revival
Friday 21st October 2022 was an historic evening for the Nine Trades at an event held at Verdant Works in the Weavers Room. We are proud to announce that …
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