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"Erskine: A Tapestry of History, Beauty, and Connections" Step into the past as we unravel the captivating events that shaped Erskine in Ireland back in 1921

Background imageErskine Collection: Events / Ireland / 1921

Events / Ireland / 1921
Delegation in London including Arthur griffiths, E J Duggan, Erskine Childres, Michael Collins (seated) Gavan Duffy, R C Barton, J Barteris (standing)

Background imageErskine Collection: The Erskine Bridge - a multi span cable-stayed box girder bridge spanning the River Clyde

The Erskine Bridge - a multi span cable-stayed box girder bridge spanning the River Clyde in west central Scotland which opened on July 2, 1971. Date: circa 1972

Background imageErskine Collection: Dusk over River Clyde viewed from the Erskine Bridge, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Dusk over River Clyde viewed from the Erskine Bridge, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageErskine Collection: China - Shanghai - Garden Bridge (Waibaidu Bridge)

China - Shanghai - Garden Bridge (Waibaidu Bridge)
China - Shanghai - The 2nd Garden Bridge (Waibaidu Bridge) over the Suzhou Creek, designed by the British firm Howarth Erskine Ltd. of Singapore. Replaced a number of earlier wooden versions

Background imageErskine Collection: Fourth Earl Rosslyn

Fourth Earl Rosslyn
FRANCIS ROBERT ST CLAIR ERSKINE, fourth earl of ROSSLYN statesman and sportsman Date: 1833 - 1890

Background imageErskine Collection: A Kick At The Broad Bottoms! I. e. Emancipation Of All The Talents

A Kick At The Broad Bottoms! I. e. Emancipation Of All The Talents
A Kick At The Broad Bottoms! I.e. Emancipation Of All The Talents, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, [london], 1807, King George Iii, His Face Hidden By A Pillar

Background imageErskine Collection: Mary Stewart, Ctess Mar

Mary Stewart, Ctess Mar
MARY STEWART, countess of MAR wife of John Erskine, 2nd (or 7th) earl, lord treasurer of Scotland

Background imageErskine Collection: Erskine Tartan

Erskine Tartan
The Erskine tartan of Scotland. Date: photo taken 1971

Background imageErskine Collection: Lord & Lady Loughborough and Sir John Milbanke

Lord & Lady Loughborough and Sir John Milbanke
Margaret Sheila Mackellar Chisholm, daughter of Harry Chisholm of Sydney, NSW, Australia married in 1915 Francis Edward Scudamore St Clair-Erskine, Lord Loughborough

Background imageErskine Collection: Lady Milbanke at Mullaboden with her children

Lady Milbanke at Mullaboden with her children
Margaret Sheila Mackellar Chisholm (1895 -1969), Lady Loughborough, Australian Born wife of Francis Edward Scudamore St Clair-Erskine, Lord Loughborough (died 1929)

Background imageErskine Collection: Australian explorers, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Australian explorers, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Australian explorers, 1879. Sir George Grey, Ernest Giles, Stuart, Alexander Forrest, Dr Ludwig Leichardt, Charles Sturt, Robert O Hara Burke and William John Wills

Background imageErskine Collection: Lady Loughborough (Sheila Chisholm) with her baby

Lady Loughborough (Sheila Chisholm) with her baby
Margaret Sheila Mackellar Chisholm, daughter of Harry Chisholm of Sydney, NSW, Australia married in 1915 Francis Edward Scudamore St Clair-Erskine, Lord Loughborough

Background imageErskine Collection: Fall / Chihuahua / Taffy Boy

Fall / Chihuahua / Taffy Boy
NELLISTAR SCHAEFERs TAFFY BOY Owned by Erskine. Colour: red & white (long coated import). Date: 1955

Background imageErskine Collection: House At Erskine Hill, Hampstead Garden Suburb

House At Erskine Hill, Hampstead Garden Suburb
A photograph which shows a general view of a house at Erskine Hill, Hampstead Garden Suburb, designed by the English architect, Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageErskine Collection: Snow Covered Houses

Snow Covered Houses
A watercolour painting of some brown houses with snow covered roofs, some figures are walking outside, leaving a trail of footprints behind them. Date: circa 1917

Background imageErskine Collection: Richard Leakey, politician and conservationist

Richard Leakey, politician and conservationist
Richard Leakey (Richard Erskine Frere Leakey, b 1944), Kenyan politician, palaeoanthropologist and conservationist. Seen here with an elephant. Date: circa 1980s

Background imageErskine Collection: John Erskine, 2nd/19th Earl of Mar, c. 1558 -1634. Scottish politician

John Erskine, 2nd/19th Earl of Mar, c. 1558 -1634. Scottish politician. From Iconographia Scotica or Portraits of
1219686 John Erskine, 2nd/19th Earl of Mar, c.1558 -1634. Scottish politician. From Iconographia Scotica or Portraits of Illustrious Persons of Scotland, published 1797

Background imageErskine Collection: Alexander Erskine of Gogar, c. 1521-1592. Scottish laird and keeper of James VI of Scotland at

Alexander Erskine of Gogar, c. 1521-1592. Scottish laird and keeper of James VI of Scotland at Stirling Castle
1219688 Alexander Erskine of Gogar, c.1521-1592. Scottish laird and keeper of James VI of Scotland at Stirling Castle. From Iconographia Scotica or Portraits of Illustrious Persons of Scotland

Background imageErskine Collection: Alexander Erskine, 1598-1656

Alexander Erskine, 1598-1656
1219687 Alexander Erskine, 1598-1656. by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plenipotentiary for Sweden at the Treaty of Munster in 1648)

Background imageErskine Collection: John Erskine, 17th Earl of Mar, ? -1572. Regent of Scotland. From Iconographia Scotica or

John Erskine, 17th Earl of Mar, ? -1572. Regent of Scotland. From Iconographia Scotica or Portraits of Illustrious
1219685 John Erskine, 17th Earl of Mar, ? -1572. Regent of Scotland. From Iconographia Scotica or Portraits of Illustrious Persons of Scotland, published 1797

Background imageErskine Collection: John Erskine, 6th Earl of Mar, Council of War before the Battle of Sheriffmuir

John Erskine, 6th Earl of Mar, Council of War before the Battle of Sheriffmuir, Perthshire, Scotland, 13 November 1715, during the Jacobite rising known as the Fifteen

Background imageErskine Collection: The Cats let out of the bag or the Rats in Dismay, pub March 1811 (hand coloured etching)

The Cats let out of the bag or the Rats in Dismay, pub March 1811 (hand coloured etching)
2494424 The Cats let out of the bag or the Rats in Dismay, pub March 1811 (hand coloured etching) by Scarpione, (fl.1811); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageErskine Collection: 16 Sinn Fein Members in dock - City Police Court, Manchester

16 Sinn Fein Members in dock - City Police Court, Manchester
16 Sinn Fein Members in the dock - City Police Court, Manchester. On April 2, the Manchester Police raided the Irish Club in Erskine Street, Hulme

Background imageErskine Collection: Lady Evelyn Hilda Stuart Erskine Guinness

Lady Evelyn Hilda Stuart Erskine Guinness (1883-1939), wife of Walter Guinness, 1st Baron Moyne. 1906

Background imageErskine Collection: Erskine House, Princess Louise Scottish Hospital

Erskine House, Princess Louise Scottish Hospital for Limbless Sailors and Soldiers, Erskine, Renfrewshire, Scotland, established during the First World War. 1916

Background imageErskine Collection: Cabinet of 'All the Talents'(engraving)

Cabinet of "All the Talents"(engraving)
655372 Cabinet of " All the Talents" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cabinet of " All the Talents." Earl Fitzwilliam)

Background imageErskine Collection: The Irish Parliament on College Green (engraving)

The Irish Parliament on College Green (engraving)
1061875 The Irish Parliament on College Green (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Irish Parliament on College Green)

Background imageErskine Collection: The Interior of the House of Commons, 1793 (engraving)

The Interior of the House of Commons, 1793 (engraving)
1038181 The Interior of the House of Commons, 1793 (engraving) by English School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Interior of the House of Commons, 1793)

Background imageErskine Collection: Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805. Creator: James Gillray

Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805. Creator: James Gillray
Uncorking Old Sherry, March 10, 1805

Background imageErskine Collection: Erskine Nicol, 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins

Erskine Nicol, 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
Erskine Nicol, 1860s

Background imageErskine Collection: FALL / CHIHUAHUA / TAFFY BOY

FALL / CHIHUAHUA / TAFFY BOY
NELLISTAR SCHAEFERS TAFFY BOY Owned by Erskine. Colour: red & white (long coated import). Date: 1955

Background imageErskine Collection: Renfrewshire PA8 6 Map

Renfrewshire PA8 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Renfrewshire PA8 6

Background imageErskine Collection: Signing the New Lease, 1868, (c1930). Creator: Erskine Nicol

Signing the New Lease, 1868, (c1930). Creator: Erskine Nicol
Signing the New Lease, 1868, (c1930). A tenant, still wearing his coat, signs papers for a property in the presence of an estate agent. Painting in the New Walk Museum & Art Gallery, Leicester

Background imageErskine Collection: Sunset over River Clyde viewed from the Erskine Bridge, Erskine, Scotland, United Kingdom

Sunset over River Clyde viewed from the Erskine Bridge, Erskine, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageErskine Collection: Councellor Ego - ie - little i, myself i, 1798. Artist: James Gillray

Councellor Ego - ie - little i, myself i, 1798. Artist: James Gillray
Councellor Ego - ie - little i, myself i, 1798. Thomas Erskine facing left and looking straight before him, wearing a Counsellors wig, gown and bands

Background imageErskine Collection: The Camberwell Free Grammar School, Camberwell, London, 1795. Artist

The Camberwell Free Grammar School, Camberwell, London, 1795. Artist
The Camberwell Free Grammar School, Camberwell, London, 1795. View of the school with children playing in front

Background imageErskine Collection: The Cats let out of the bag or the Rats in Dismay, 1811

The Cats let out of the bag or the Rats in Dismay, 1811
The Cats let out of the bag or the Rats in Dismay, pub March 1811 (hand coloured etching). The cats and rats faces are several famous political figures

Background imageErskine Collection: Both Puzzled, 1868, (1912). Artist: Erskine Nicol

Both Puzzled, 1868, (1912). Artist: Erskine Nicol
Both Puzzled, 1868, (1912). From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

Background imageErskine Collection: The Earl of Mars Council of War, November 1715, (c1880)

The Earl of Mars Council of War, November 1715, (c1880). John Erskine, Earl of Mar (1675-May 1732) was a Scottish Jacobite who when deprived of office by the new king

Background imageErskine Collection: Constantinople, c19th century. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Constantinople, c19th century. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Constantinople, c19th century. [Thomas c. Jack, Edinburgh]

Background imageErskine Collection: The Emigrants, 1864 (1906)

The Emigrants, 1864 (1906). Irish emigrants at Ballinasloe Station waiting for a train to Galway where they will board a ship for America. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. VII

Background imageErskine Collection: Taking a Maori redoubt, Maori Wars, 1845-1873 (1879). Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Taking a Maori redoubt, Maori Wars, 1845-1873 (1879). Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Taking a Maori redoubt, Maori Wars, 1845-1873 (1879). The Maori Wars were a series of conflicts fought over land between the indigenous Maori population of New Zealand

Background imageErskine Collection: Maoris and carpet snake, New Zealand, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Maoris and carpet snake, New Zealand, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Maoris and carpet snake, New Zealand, 1879. A print from The History of Australasia, by David Blair, McGrady, Thomson, and Niven, 1879

Background imageErskine Collection: Tasmanian forest scene, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Tasmanian forest scene, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Tasmanian forest scene, 1879. A print from The History of Australasia, by David Blair, McGrady, Thomson, and Niven, 1879

Background imageErskine Collection: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 1879. A print from The History of Australasia, by David Blair, McGrady, Thomson, and Niven, 1879

Background imageErskine Collection: Free selectors hut, Australia, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Free selectors hut, Australia, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Free selectors hut, Australia, 1879. A print from The History of Australasia, by David Blair, McGrady, Thomson, and Niven, 1879

Background imageErskine Collection: Digger on the tramp, Australia, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Digger on the tramp, Australia, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Digger on the tramp, Australia, 1879. A print from The History of Australasia, by David Blair, McGrady, Thomson, and Niven, 1879

Background imageErskine Collection: Sheep shearing, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine

Sheep shearing, 1879. Artist: McFarlane and Erskine
Sheep shearing, 1879. A print from The History of Australasia, by David Blair, McGrady, Thomson, and Niven, 1879



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"Erskine: A Tapestry of History, Beauty, and Connections" Step into the past as we unravel the captivating events that shaped Erskine in Ireland back in 1921. Marvel at the architectural marvel that is the Erskine Bridge, a stunning multi-span cable-stayed box girder bridge gracefully spanning over the majestic River Clyde. As dusk falls over the River Clyde, stand on the Erskine Bridge in Scotland and witness a breathtaking view that stretches across to Europe – an awe-inspiring sight you won't soon forget. Travel across continents to China's vibrant city of Shanghai where you'll find Waibaidu Bridge, also known as Garden Bridge – a charming landmark reminiscent of Erskine's beauty. Delve into history with Mary Stewart, Countess Mar, who left her mark on Erskine. Her legacy intertwines with Fourth Earl Rosslyn, creating tales worth exploring. Unleash your wit through "A Kick At The Broad Bottoms. I. e. Emancipation Of All The Talents, " a phrase associated with Erskine that reflects its spirit of empowerment and progress. Wrap yourself in tradition with the elegant Erskine Tartan - a symbol of heritage and pride for those connected to this remarkable place. Discover Lady Loughborough (Sheila Chisholm) cradling her precious baby against an enchanting backdrop - capturing love and tenderness within these historic walls. Remember John Erskine (1675-1732), whose contributions continue to shape our understanding today. His intellectual prowess echoes through time inspiring generations to come. Find solace amidst snow-covered houses nestled in Hampstead Garden Suburb's House at Erkskine Hill - an idyllic retreat from bustling city life; tranquility awaits those seeking respite here. Erkskine tells stories etched deep within its fabric - tales of triumphs, connections between nations, and the enduring beauty that captivates all who encounter it.