Saving Stories: John Francis Campbell

Join us on a journey into the world of folklorist John Francis Campbell, as Annie interviews the captivating curator, Ulrike Hogg, of the Sgeul | Story exhibition at the National Library of Scotland. Jenny treats us to a telling of a traditional story in the John Frances Campbell collection, the White Pet.

This intriguing episode sheds light on the enduring preservation of storytelling, offering insight into a key figure who saved traditional stories to ensure they can be kept alive for generations across the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.

See more about the Sgeul | Story exhibition here: www.nls.uk/exhibitions/sgeul-story

We explore the pioneering efforts of 19th-century John Francis Campbell, who wrote down the hidden treasures of Gaelic folktales. We learn about the fascinating process of collecting these tales and the colourful characters he met along the journey. The Sgeul | Story exhibition serves as a mirror into the past and a bridge to the present, reflecting the timeless importance of storytelling.

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