You’ve probably seen facial reconstructions using human remains in museums or news stories – but how are they created and why?
Author: Julianne McGraw
Drawing on the past: why do we need illustrations in archaeology?
When we excavate archaeology, what we’re doing is a one-off event – we’re taking things out of the ground where they’ve sat for a very long time to better understand how finds and features all came to be there, how they were used and why they were deposited by people in the past.
Craftworking in Iron Age Scotland: Four Highlights from Culduthel
In 2005, an exceptional discovery was made by archaeologists in a field on the outskirts of Inverness.
Top 10 Archaeological Finds from Scotland’s Peat Bogs
From a 3,000-year-old hat to precious offerings to the gods, dig into our top archaeological finds from peat in Scotland.
12 More Months of Dig It!
Since 2019, Dig It! has been part of real and virtual excavations, organised three national campaigns, commissioned creatives, helped crowdfund a tabletop roleplaying game, and more.
Death and Ritual in Prehistoric Scotland: Exploring the Archaeology of Moray’s Sea Caves
In an enigmatic sea cave in north-east Scotland, the remains of mummified bodies and rare artefacts reveal Moray’s ancient burial practices.
Prehistoric Figurine, Viking Boat Burial and Rare Township Brought to Life Through Flash Fiction
Sites and artefacts from across the country have inspired the three winning short stories as part of Dig It!’s competition celebrating Scotland’s Year of Stories 2022.
Top Six Archaeological Sites to Visit in Fife
Home to world-class golf, award-winning whisky distilleries and Scotland’s oldest university, Fife also boasts a rich collection of archaeological stories.
Top Five Archaeological Sites in Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen
This area of Scotland is home to the UK’s largest National Park, award-winning beaches, a ‘Granite City’ which boasts two Old Towns, and archaeological wonders that span over 4,000 years.
Archaeology in the Scottish Highlands: Six of the Most Spectacular Sites and Discoveries
Stretching from Speyside in the south to the northernmost mainland town of Inbhir Theòrsa (Thurso) and over to the western tip of An t-Eilean Sgitheanach (the Isle of Skye), the Scottish Highland region is almost the size of Belgium – which means there are a lot of stories to be uncovered.
Top Five Archaeological Sites Around Falkirk
Prehistoric rock art, Roman forts and medieval castles await in the Falkirk area!
Seals, Selkies and Stories: What Does Folklore Have to Do with Archaeology?
Over the years, archaeologists and volunteers have unearthed curious finds along the Scottish coastline connected to seals.
