Archaeology Scotland

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Inspiring people to discover, explore, care for and enjoy Scotland's archaeological heritage! We are an independent charity: https://www.archaeologyscotland.org.uk

Image on left of two children wearing bright yellow hivis vests. They are kneeling at side of trench holding trowels and hand shovels as they look for discoveries. On right text saying Join Me in Supporting Archaeology Scotland's Big Give Campaign
Archaeology Scotland's festival, Scottish Archaeology Month, starts Monday 1 September
Slide with on left images of hand written letters, and on top right black and white photo from early 20th century of bell tent with three men in front during excavations at Oronsay, and on bottom left two early curling stone. Title Archaeologist and Curler
Isle of Arran silhouetted against cloud banked sky, whisps of cloud in closet proximity, across blue sky. Leaden water of Firth of Clyde ripples and glistens in sunlight. Solitary bird soars overhead.
High vaulted stone undercroft, with large stone fireplace with crest, arched windows with views to gardens beyond
Blue sky, red sandstone walls of partially collapsed building glowing in sun. Vegetation, green ivy begins to cover the walls
Drystone ruin, with moss covered walls in woodland. Group of people undertaking survey
A promotional graphic for Scottish Archaeology Month featuring the dramatic standing stones of Callanish at sunset, bathed in warm golden light against a clear sky. The Scottish Archaeology Month logo is prominently displayed in a white rounded rectangle at the top center. Below, bold text reads “September 2025” with the hashtag #ScotArchMonth. Logos for Historic Environment Scotland, European Heritage Days, and other partner organisations are displayed along the top.
A collage of various Scottish Archaeology Month activities featuring people participating in archaeological digs, historical reenactments, educational workshops, musical performances, and guided walks across scenic landscapes. The Scottish Archaeology Month logo is prominently displayed with the tagline 'a brief history...' Logos of supporting organizations are shown at the bottom.
The winners smiling with their awards: Top left = Undergraduate Prize Winner: Maja Bergman (University of Edinburgh) Top Right = Postgraduate Prize Winner: Calum Muir (University of Edinburgh) Bottom left = Undergraduate Runner-up: Tracy Brook (University of Aberdeen) Bottom right = Postgraduate Runner-up: Thomas Macmillan (University of Aberdeen)
Volunteers on site
A volunteer smiling with an artefact
A graphic which reads 'archaeology scotland student awards ceremony, sunday 16th Feb 13:15 - 13.30 as part of the Scottish Student Archaeology Society Conference
Participants used a card game to explore local natural resources and energy sources, and discuss their pros, cons, and impacts on communities and the environment.
An old painting of monks at Newbattle Abbey College
An Illustration from the Book of Kells
A graphic of snowy mountains which reads 'happy holidays!'
A screenshot of a calendar which has 13 doors and history and winter-themed graphics.
A graphic about purchasing Archaeology Scotland membership for Christmas, benefits include: Discovery and Excavation Journal produced annually (full membership). Archaeology Scotland Magazine (3 times a year). Summer School, Events and Conference invitations with discounts. Enamel logo badge. Support our work getting communities involved archaeology & protecting heritage.
A photo of fieldwork
A graphic in the style of Spotify Wrapped lists satirical bands and songs linked to Scotland's past such as 'Bronze Age Bangers' and 'Bones Don't Lie'
Ariel shot on left of an old kirkyard and on the right of the remains of a hillfort.
A dark blue graphic which reads Early Career Archaeologist