Famous Faces and Fine Museums of Kirkcaldy - Fife

Looking over the Firth of Forth in eastern Scotland,an impressive permanent display documenting the
the prosperous town of Kirkcaldy - Fife is the homehistory of the town's industry. There is also an
of interesting people and sites. Located betweenextensive collection of work by Scottish Colourists,
Edinburgh and Dundee, Kirkcaldy's 48,000 residentswho have had quite an influence on contemporary
are proud to call this town home.Scottish art.
A variety of well-known residents were also proudBesides this fine museum, the town also boasts
natives of the town. Adam Smith, known as theEurope's longest street fair at Links Market on the
"father of modern economics" lends his name to aPromenade. Running for one week in the spring, this
school in the area. The famous Canadian engineer Sirfair has thrilling rides, games and fair food. Visitors
Sanford Fleming was born and raised if Kirkcaldyfrom all over Britain come to enjoy the festivities.
before moving to Ontario at the age of 18 andThe Links Market has been running since 1304,
changing the face of Canada.originally as a farmer's market. Nowadays, the event
Famous for his architectural design and innovation,attracts the latest and greatest in amusement park
Robert Adam was also a Kirkcaldy native. Primerides like coasters and carousels. Family friendly and
Minister Gordon Brown, who now makes his home inthe kick off to the local fair season, this Market is
nearby North Queensferry, is also closely associatednot to be missed.
with the town.Drop into Kirkcaldy - Fife for a visit to the impressive
Plenty of other people call Kirkcaldy - Fife home andmuseums, to walk the streets of famous folk or ride
many others visit it for the fine sites. The Kirkcaldythe thrills at Links Market. In any case, your visit will
Museum and Art Gallery is world renown and housesbe memorable and enjoyable.