Residents invited to share photos for local history exhibitions
Falkirk Council Library Service is calling on residents to take part in a new community project celebrating the area’s past as part of Local History Month in May.
Libraries across the Falkirk area will host special exhibitions showcasing how local places and everyday life have changed over time but need members of the public to help bring these stories to life.
Anyone with photographs capturing Falkirk’s history, from changing town centres and streets to community events and well-known landmarks, are being asked to submit them for the exhibitions. Examples might include historic views of Bo’ness Fair, Falkirk High Street, Brockville Stadium, or scenes from Denny and Stenhousemuir before redevelopment.
Submissions can be made in person at local libraries, where staff will scan images and return them immediately, or online via an agreement form followed by email. Digital images should be high quality and submitted in common formats such as JPEG, PNG or PDF.
The deadline for entries is Saturday 18 April 2026 or Sunday 19 April for online submissions. Anyone submitting images that include identifiable individuals is asked to ensure they have permission to share them.
Lynne James, Falkirk Council Librarian, said:
The project is a great opportunity for people to share their memories, celebrate local heritage and see their photographs featured in public exhibitions across the Falkirk Council area.
For more information on how to take part click on Everyday Histories - share your photos | Falkirk Council.