Heritage

Museums, archives and heritage

The first annual Scottish national event for bird and wildlife watching enthusiasts will be held at Hopetoun…
The National Galleries of Scotland today announced upcoming exhibitions for 2012, including the first…
The highs and lows of Lord Cochrane’s life are documented in the personal papers he left behind.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to work with writers, poets and novelists from the 26 Treasures project.
A museum is a treasure chest not just of objects but of stories.
Andy Goldsworthy's contemporary sculptures feature in our Early People gallery.
Ever wondered what your treasured signed Beatles LP is worth?  What about that original Rolling Stones…
Regimental memorabilia will be among the treasures on display when the Royal Scots Club takes part in…
The only two documents directly connected to Sir William Wallace will go on public display side by side next…
VisitScotland’s inspectors have been making anonymous visits to the Usher Hall this year. Because of its…
The National Museum of Scotland has its public opening ceremony tomorrow (29 July), following a £47.4 million…
Original plans for Edinburgh's New Town, owned by the Museum of Edinburgh in the Canongate, are back on…
Taking place between 11am and 3pm at the Holyrood Park Education Centre, this free event will recreate Royal…
Museums Galleries Scotland has named the successful applicants for funding reserved for Scotland’s top…
We’re counting down to the re-opening of the National Museum of Scotland. Join the street party on Chambers…
National Museum of Scotland drive to inspire young Scots through new partnership with RBS.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival 2011 will see 17 days of book readings, discussions, and events…
He was aged 26-35, endured some 44 skull fractures from repeated blows with a blunt object, and up to 60…
A two-day special celebration to mark the opening of Stirling Castle's refurbished Renaissance royal palace.…
Love and war converge at Edinburgh castle for a wedding open day. This event will give prospective brides…