Curious Edinburgh vs WoSco

Are you interested in the fascinating and important scientific, medical and technological heritage of the city of Edinburgh? From Darwin to Dolly the sheep our app will allow you to explore some of the places associated with major scientific and medical discoveries and personalities, as well as some that are less famous, but deserve to be more widely known. We have sought out stories from the history of science in Edinburgh which will inspire, inform and amuse both visitors and residents of the city. You can visit the places in our tour in an order that suits you, although the numbering suggests an order that would be convenient for a visitor to the city on foot. We estimate that to see all the places on the tour should take approximately three hours, but you may choose to visit only those which are of special interest to you. You can create your own itinerary based on your interests and the amount of time you have available. The map will help you find the places and orientate yourself in the city. All the stops on our tour are within walking distance from Waverley station and the city centre, although for a few of the more distant ones some visitors may prefer to use Edinburgh’s excellent bus services. Accessibility Statement: http://curiousedinburgh.org/accessibility-statement

WoSco: Remembering Their Stories WoSco is a thoughtful and educational app that brings to light the real lives of women and men accused of witchcraft in 16th–18th century Scotland. Featuring richly narrated accounts, carefully researched text, and striking stories from across the country, this app helps you connect with the human side of a dark chapter in Scottish history. Features: Learn about individual cases, including Lilias Adie, Janet Wishart, Isobel Gowdie, and others, told with compassion and historical context. Explore short and long-form stories to suit your interest and time. Discover regional variations and little-known facts about the Scottish witch trials. Watch the videos of their stories. Get directions to visit their towns. Why this app? Between 1563 and 1736, thousands of people — mostly women — were accused and executed as witches in Scotland. This app exists to honour their memory, to tell their stories, and to support the ongoing campaign for a legal pardon, public apology, and national memorial. Created in support of the Witches of Scotland campaign and drawing on Creative Commons-licensed historical research, this app is a small step towards justice and remembrance. Download now and discover the lives behind the names — not witches, but people.