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.