A tourism campaign for the Forth Valley has launched in partnership with 16 of the area's visitor attractions.

Under the banner "Unravel Scotland's History", Forth's Timeline aims to promote interest in Scottish history and culture by connecting 16 of the Forth Valley's museums, galleries and buildings through common themes.

Forth's Timeline connects the 16 attractions using three themes. The first, 'Crucible of Industry', links museums examining the industrial revolution. The 'Power Struggles' theme considers 2,000 years of conflict, at home and abroad.

The final theme 'Landscape of Inspiration' delves into architecture and art inspired by the Forth Valley. Each theme provides a different way to explore the area through real lives, real stories and real museums.

A new website has also been created, using themes from the campaign to connect objects within the galleries, museums and places of historical interest.

The Forth's Timeline campaign is being lead by Falkirk Council in partnership with Clackmannanshire Council and the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum.

Museums Galleries Scotland is supporting the project through the Regional Development Challenge Fund, funded by the Scottish Government. VisitScotland is also involved in the campaign.

Joanne Orr, CEO of Museums Galleries Scotland, said: "Attractions throughout the Forth Valley have links to some of the most important events and periods in Scottish history. By supporting this project through the Regional Development Challenge Fund we are able to raise the profile of smaller exhibitions as well as promote a richer experience for visitors."