All Stories
Putting Kellie Castle to bed
Ever wondered what happens at our places over the winter? Join our collections team at Kellie Castle for a behind-the-scenes glance.
A grand silk dress at House of Dun
Join our curator and conservator for a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the work involved in displaying this stunning gown at House of Dun.
Hannah Lorimer and the pursuit of education
The next in our series of articles by university students is a story about a determined 19th-century woman, who spent her life in the pursuit of knowledge.
Tartan: exploring Scottish identity in art
From ancient Scottish clansmen fighting the Jacobite cause, to the 21st-century landowner, tartan symbolises complex political associations and cultural identity at home and abroad.
Brodie Castle – the community during wartime
The family who lived at Brodie Castle and the estate workers served in several wars. Find out more about some of their stories.
Your donations at work
Take a look at how your donations are helping us protect Scotland’s heritage.
A private poet: Literary Pastimes of Early Life
This National Poetry Day, join us as we explore the literary works of the Blackie family, within the collection at the Hill House.
Facing Our Past: the difficult history of mahogany
As part of a blog series for our Facing Our Past project, we take a look at the links between transatlantic slavery, Caribbean deforestation and British cabinet making.
Sporting collections
In celebration of National Sporting Heritage day on 30 September, we’re taking a look through our collections to find some stories about the sports played in Scottish homes throughout the centuries.