John Halkerston facts for kids

Quick facts for kids John Halkerston
Halkerston Tower and the "Bride's Entrance" at St John's Kirk, Perth, looking southwest
Nationality	Scottish
Occupation	Architect
Design	St John's Kirk, Perth, Scotland

John Halkerston was a Scottish architect who lived in the 1400s. He was a very important builder and designer during his time. He helped create some famous churches that are still standing today.

A Famous Scottish Architect

John Halkerston was known for his skills in designing buildings. An architect is someone who plans and designs buildings. In the 15th century, architects like Halkerston played a huge role in shaping towns and cities.

Building in Edinburgh

In the 1460s, John Halkerston was the "Master of Works" at Trinity College Kirk in Edinburgh. Being a Master of Works meant he was in charge of all the building projects for that church. He oversaw the construction and design, making sure everything was built correctly.

His Work in Perth

Around the same time, John Halkerston also worked on St John's Kirk in Perth. This church is very old and beautiful. The northwest part of the church is now called "Halkerston Tower" in his honor.

The Bride's Entrance

Inside Halkerston Tower, there is a special door known as the "Bride's Entrance." This door is still used today for weddings. Imagine walking through a door designed by someone hundreds of years ago!

Halkerston's Legacy

Even today, John Halkerston is remembered in Scotland. A former alleyway in Edinburgh, called Halkerston's Wynd, was named after him. A "wynd" is an old Scottish word for a narrow street or alley. This shows how important he was in his time.