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The work of our Collections Care teams
The preservation of the National Trust for Scotland’s collections and interiors is founded in science and relies on the work of our dedicated Collections Care teams.
Crathes painted ceilings project: successfully completed
Our conservation specialists have now completed the intricate work on the historic painted ceilings at Crathes Castle.
Maud Sulter exhibition at Pollok House
We are proud to present a new exhibition of the work of internationally renowned Glaswegian-Ghanaian artist Maud Sulter (1960–2008) at Pollok House in Glasgow.
Places for book lovers: the best libraries of the Trust
Discover some of the best libraries at National Trust for Scotland places, from cosy townhouse rooms to castles with towering shelves and hidden chambers.
St Michael’s Day and Michaelmas traditions
Là Fhéill Mìcheil – St Michael’s Day – happens on September 29th. Canna House Archivist Fiona Mackenzie looks at some of the folklore traditions surrounding this oft-forgotten Christian festival.
Following in Margaret’s footsteps
A reflective account of a Hebridean journey, following in the footsteps of folklorist Margaret Fay Shaw of Canna.
Pollok House art goes wild!
Some of the beautiful artworks usually found inside the house have been given a light-hearted new look and relocated throughout Pollok Park, as part of a new Art Gone Wild trail.
Crathes painted ceilings project: an introduction
Enjoy our first update from the major conservation project currently taking place at Crathes Castle.
Research volunteering at Newhailes
Hear from one of our volunteers about his fascinating work transcribing a historical travel diary.