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An introduction to our new project exploring the architecture of Scotland’s historic high schools, and the stories these buildings can tell.
It’s that time of year when the kids can feel a bit bored and you may want to encourage them to get out of the house. Well, this is the perfect time to make use of your Historic Scotland membership! There are lots of superb historical sites open and they are well worth spending time […]
When you hear Girlguiding, you might be thinking about campfires, badges and uniforms. But the history of Girlguiding has a few other surprising, darker twists. Take a trip through our archives and into the history of Girlguiding with our Learning Assistant at Edinburgh Castle, Lydia Housley.
Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month is a time to celebrate Gypsy, Roma and Traveller heritage, but it’s also a time to confront uncomfortable truths. Nacken, artist and activist Shamus McPhee takes a look at the history of persecution endured by Gypsy Travellers in Scotland.
The identity of Walter Sholto Douglas stumped the literary world for centuries. The 19th-century Scottish writer and friend of Mary Shelley rose to fame as a man but was christened Mary Diana Dods. Adam Kashmiry unfolds the fascinating story of the enigmatic writer and queer pioneer on our blog.
Discover some of the amazing ancient sites in Scotland that are associated with celebrating the Summer Solstice
Take a virtual tour of the recently reopened Linlithgow Palace and go behind the scenes with Sophia Mirashrafi to discover how it was created.
Join our Skills Development Coordinator, Mar Roigé Oliver, as she takes a look at how science has helped shed light on six fascinating discoveries from Scotland’s history.
Discover the long and occasionally dramatic history of the Stone of Destiny, one of the most important symbols of Scotland.
Join Mathew Reilly from our Planning and Consents team as we take a walk along Princes Street and see how it has evolved over the centuries, keeping step with social, economic and architectural fashions.