# Event Details - **Event Name**: Blythswood Festival: Square Mile of M**der - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Dive into the dark tales and twisted mysteries behind Glasgow’s most infamous crimes at the Blythswood Festival.About this EventThe Mitchell Library is at the heart of Glasgow's infamous Square Mile of M**der - the site of four notorious crimes that took place during the 19th and early 20th centuries.Special Collections at The Mitchell has a number of resources, including original documents, where you can read about these cases and draw your own conclusions. ​​​​​Join our librarians to explore resources relating to four notorious cases:Madeleine SmithThe privileged daughter whose torrid love letters were read out in court. Did she M**der her lover or was the case found 'not proven' because of her well-to-do background rather than lack of evidence?Jessie McLachlanLucky not be hanged, servant Jessie McLachlan still spent 15 years in Perth Pr*son for a horrific M**der that no-one - except the judge and jury - thought she had committed. And the prime suspect? Never brought to trial for lack of evidence.Dr Edward PritchardWhen Dr. Pritchard's wife and mother-in-law died within a month of each other, an anonymous tip-off alerted the police to the possibility of foul play. Their bodies were exhumed, poison discovered and the philandering Pritchard became the last man to be publicly hanged in Glasgow in front of 100,000 spectators.Oscar SlaterWrongly-identified as the man seen leaving a crime scene, Oscar Slater spent 18 years in Pr*son for a M**der he did not commit. Although innocent, he happened to be foreign, Jewish and living with a woman who was not his wife.These murders, with the exception of the case of Dr.Pritchard, remain unsolved.Glasgow’s Blythswood Festival 2026 brings together more major venues of international status, showcasing art, music, heritage and enjoyment. Running from 1 May to 17 May 2026. In the largest part of the city-centre, all the streets west of Buchanan Street. Enjoy exploring what’s on and visiting unique venues and events. Refreshments and food available at the National Piping Centre, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, the Mackintosh Tearooms, Glasgow Art Club, Mitchell Library, and Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glasgow/blythswood-festival-square-mile-of-mder/100001984271963859 - **Event Categories**: festivals, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Glasgow - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Mitchell Library - **lat**: 55.8652 - **long**: -4.2724 - **full address**: Mitchell Library, North Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Blythswood Festival: Square Mile of M**der - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9fecc5120137c3c3ece5e64825338e9f2b2b702e85c4536deb3badce7cd67c85-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc6c3b9-gmir.jpg?v=1772725966 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Blythswood Festival: Square Mile of M**der being held? - **A:** Blythswood Festival: Square Mile of M**der takes place on Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 05 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Mitchell Library, North Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Blythswood Festival: Square Mile of M**der? - **A:** Blythswood Festival: Square Mile of M**der is organized by Glasgow Libraries. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Blythswood Festival: Square Mile of M**der is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Glasgow, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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