Let It Go? Curated Decay & Alternative Futures for the Historic Environment
With climate change accelerating the deterioration of Scotland’s historic sites, this event tackles one of the most pressing dilemmas facing the sector in the 21st century: should we try to save everything? If not, how do we manage the consequences?
Chaired by Professor Ian Baxter FSAScot, a panel of experts will share brief position statements on the future of our built heritage followed by an open debate with audience Q&A.
Format
This will be a hybrid event which will take place both in Augustine United Church and live-streamed online, with the recording uploaded to our YouTube channel and Spotify account shortly after the lecture.
Doors open at 5:45pm. In-person attendees are also welcome to stay for a free drinks reception from approximately 7pm where you can discuss the lecture and other interests with the speakers, Society Fellows and other attendees.
(The views and opinions expressed at this event are solely those of the event organisers. They do not necessarily reflect the policies, positions, or views of Augustine United Church.)
Please note that this event is not being coordinated by Dig It!. While Dig It! takes every opportunity to ensure that this information is accurate, we advise that you contact the event organiser before attending the event to avoid disappointment. As “39% of transport emissions come from cars” according to Net Zero Nation, Dig It! also encourages you to walk, wheel, cycle or use public transport to arrive at this event if possible.
Image: Skara Brae by Stuart Wilding, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Skara_Brae_-_geograph.org.uk_-_3912221.jpg
Accessibility Information
The main entrance to the church is up four steps with a handrail.
A standard accessible toilet is available on the ground floor and lower level (accessible via lift).
Assistance dogs are welcome inside the venue.
Please note, the hearing loop facility is unavailable. The venue is working on a replacement and hope to have it up and running soon. We apologise for any inconvenience.
If attending via Zoom, captions are included.
If you require step-free access or any other assistance to enjoy the event as an online or in-person attendee, please let us know by answering the accessibility question at booking.
If there are any other ways we can make this event more accessible for you (as an online or an in-person attendee), please give us details at the booking stage. Thank you.
You can find further information on the venue’s accessibility on the Augustine United Church website.
Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EL (& ONLINE)
Thursday 14 January 2027 @ 6:00pm - Thursday 14 January 2027 @ 7:00pm
Free Entry
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