The exhibition will feature a memorial to the 64 accused witches of South Ayrshire.
A new exhibition curated by the charity Remembering the Accused Witches of Scotland will explore the history of the Scottish witch trials and shine a spotlight on the stories of the accused in South Ayr shire.
The exhibition will tell the stories prominent figures such as Agnes Campbell, Patrick Lowrie, and Reverend William Adair, and examine the historical accuracy of the tales we know so well about legendary witches Cutty Sark and Maggie Osborne.A sculpture called "Jonet" has also been installed outside the Cutty Sark Centre on Ayr High Street in remembrance of South Ayrshire’s accused witches, as part of the ongoing collaborative work with RAWS.
South Ayrshire Council's Portfolio Holder for Tourism, Culture and Rural Affairs, Councillor Alec Clark said: "We can’t deny the impact of the Scottish witch trials on South Ayrshire’s history, and the exhibition pays a respectful tribute to those who were persecuted, many of whom lost their lives. I would encourage everyone to pay a visit to this fascinating and insightful exhibition.
"We are delighted to be working with South Ayrshire Libraries on the exhibition and the series of upcoming talks and workshops to be held in the libraries of the area."
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