The town of Irvine is at least 1,000 years old, and has accumulated a whole load of history in that time, this section deals with some of it.
172 Harbour Street and the Harbour Master's Office - by Crawford Fulton
This photo was taken by George McMaster. The two storey building, now demolished was formerly the home of the Sinclair family, famed for their role in the creation and maintenance of the Irvine Lifeboat. The single storey building is the Harbour Master's Office, which is still present today (plans exist for its restoration and a volunteer group has been established for this purpose).
Fullarton Southbank From Irvine Old Parish Church Steeple - by Crawford Fulton
George McMaster has skilfully colourised a black and white photo in order to produce this stunning image. He has very kindly donated it to The Irvine Archive.
Early 20th Century Postcard - by Crawford Fulton
These images probably date from the immediate aftermath of World |War One (judging from the limited number of motor vehicles and the post-Edwardian clothes.