Workshops on using finds to discover more about the past
21 September 2012
This autumn there are two chances to find out more about how to use artefacts to learn more about the past.
The two events are run in in conjunction with the Lorna Cruickshank, Highland Council’s Independent Museum Officer. Places are limited so BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL to Lorna Cruickshank on lorna.cruickshank@highland.gov.uk or 01349 868206
Focus on Finds
26th and 27th September, 10-3:30, Timespan Museum, Helmsdale
This two-day workshop will provide a chronological overview of heritage in the Highlands from earliest settlers to recent times, with the emphasis on typical finds through to the Medieval period, followed by a practical session on using the HER and other major sources of information on the web. For the second day, participants will be asked to bring an object or picture of a find from their collection dating up to the Medieval period if possible. We will research the object, create a short description which could be used for a label, photograph the object, and then submit an entry to the HER. No previous experience necessary. Although aimed at museum staff and volunteers, others interested in finds are also welcome.
Free, with tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided, though participants should bring their own packed lunch.
Highland Finds in Context
12th October, 10-4pm, Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
A day workshop exploring Highland finds in their context. Aimed at museum staff, volunteers and anyone interested in Highland finds, this day will include an overview of Highland finds by Susan Kruse of ARCH, Cait McCullagh and Jeanette Pearson of Inverness Museum speaking about dealing with finds from initial registration to care, Trevor Cowie (National Museums of Scotland) on Bronze Age metalwork and pottery, and Stuart Campbell of Treasure Trove Scotland on Medieval and later finds.
Lunch is not provided, but the museum has a cafe.
This event is also supported by High Life Highland.
News Archive
- 18/04/2024 Community Engagement and Volunteering - tips for success
- 10/04/2024 Celebrating ARCH Day - 13th April in Strathpeffer
- 27/02/2024 Funding awarded from NHLF for The Golspie Fishertown Project
- 19/02/2024 Exploring Dornoch Heritage course starting Thursday 22nd February 2024
- 08/02/2024 Bookings now open for Highland Heritage Day 2024
- 24/01/2024 ARCH Jan 2024 newsletter now available
- 28/12/2023 Opportunity for Practical Training on Running Community Heritage Courses
- 22/12/2023 Holiday Greetings!
- 02/11/2023 Highland Heritage Course now starting 8th Nov
- 23/10/2023 New ARCH Course: Highland Heritage - from Flint Scatters to Farmsteads