the:heritage

Kirkcaldy has a long and illustrious history dating as far back as 596 AD, however it is probably our contribution to the UK and world economics that Kirkcaldy is most famous for.

Our most famous forefather is none other than Adam Smith, author of "The Wealth Of Nations," the pioneering book on free trade and market forces, which has shaped the social values and economic beliefs of the western world. Indeed Adam Smith is probably more famous in America where his book has been instrumental in creating their country's value system.

More can be found on Adam Smith by visiting the Adam Smith Institute website at http://www.adamsmith.org/.

Kirkcaldy is also famous the world over for its linoleum works and it was home to the first floorcloth manufacturer in the country, founded by Michael Nairn in 1847.

By 1874 there were 5 other linoleum works in Kirkcaldy and much of the town's civic buildings were donated by the trusts of these companies including, the Beveridge Park, Kirkcaldy High School and the Museum and Library

Nairns continues today in it success around the world with its modern product offerings of Marmoleum and Cushionflor.

Other Famous Forefathers

Gordon Brown - Current Chancellor of the Exchequer
Robert & James Adam - Architects
Sir Sandford Fleming - Designer of Canads's First Postage Stamp
Richard Park - Headmaster of BBC's Fame Academy
Jack Vettriano - Contemporary Artist
Marjorie Fleming (Pet Marjorie) - Poet