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Adam Smith's Garden
Welcome to the Adam Smith Garden! Spanning 600 square meters, this peaceful space invites you to wander and reflect on the legacy of one of history's greatest thinkers. Stroll through our garden and imagine the inspiration it might have sparked in Smith's time.
Smith's Garden
The garden space which would have formed part of the Smiths’ estate was purchased on behalf of the Foundation by a benefactor in 2018. In this garden, Smith, as a key contributor to the Scottish Enlightenment, would have spent many productive hours of study and contemplation as he worked on the major literary works of his life, not least in moral philosophy and political economics.
Designing and planning are underway to create an 18th-century style of an urban garden, which Smith would have recognised, consisting of a typical parterre structure, incorporating shrubs and flower species prevalent in that century and orchard fruit trees, herb and vegetable plots.
The garden is be open to the public in certain times, and is also place for many community events.
18th Century garden
The Adam Smith Garden is a serene haven in the heart of Kirkcaldy, offering a place to relax, reflect, and engage with the legacy of Adam Smith. This space hosts a variety of community activities, from yoga classes and mindfulness workshops to seasonal events and educational gatherings.
Our garden is not only a place to enjoy nature but also a hub for learning and creativity, with ongoing workshops and events that celebrate Smith’s ideas and foster community connections.
