Only a small number of prehistoric hunter-gatherer sites in the Scottish mountains have been excavated so far, but they show us the diversity of ways that these people lived in these landscapes over 6,000 years ago.Read More
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Most of the archaeological evidence we have of prehistoric hunter-gatherers who occupied Scottish mountains over 6,000 years ago is first identified as a few stone tools, eroding from a footpath or watercourse.Read More
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Our Scotland Digs 2023: Free Days Out campaign showcased the country’s world-class archaeology and more than 20 free events from Shetland to Dumfries & Galloway.Read More
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While menstruation is part of life for approximately 26% of the world’s adult population, with roughly 800 million people menstruating every day, it’s rarely considered within archaeological studies.
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What do you think of when you hear the words “archaeological site”? The Antonine Wall? Skara Brae? Tursachan Chalanais (the Callanais Stones)? How about the building site down the street? Or the house extension next door?Read More
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Archaeology doesn’t begin when the shovel hits the ground. Indeed, it’s possible to study historic features in the landscape without even kneeling down! Lachlan McKeggie, Director of Highland Archaeological Services, lifts the lid on one form of archaeological investigation – desk-based assessments.Read More
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Some of the most exciting Neolithic sites in Scotland are in some of the most beautiful places – think Eilean Leòdhais (Lewis) in Na h-Eileanan Siar (the Outer Hebrides), Orkney, Argyll and Eilean Arainn (Arran) off the west coast of Scotland.
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The Scotland Digs 2023: Free Days Out campaign is celebrating the country’s world-class archaeology and highlighting budget-friendly activities for the public. Read More
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Stretching 62km from the Firth of Clyde to the Firth of Forth, remnants of the Antonine Wall include ramparts, steep ditches, forts and bathhouses, many of which are still visible today. Read More
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Sometimes artefacts discovered in Scotland are identified as ‘Celtic’ and groups of people from Scotland’s past are referred to as ‘Celtic tribes’. Is this accurate? What does it mean? And who are these people? Read More
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“There’s nothing quite like unearthing something that you know hasn’t been seen in 1,500 years”
– Anne Campbell, Falkland Stewardship Trust Archaeology AmbassadorRead More
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We have some good news! But first, it’s time for a trip down memory lane.Read More
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