All Stories
A Canna Christmas
Join Canna archivist Fiona Mackenzie at her fireside in Canna House for a special insight into Christmas in the Hebrides.
Collections Diaries – Princess Marie’s Napoleonic coins and medals at Brodick Castle
Discover how we’re protecting and promoting an internationally important collection of coins and medals from Brodick Castle, previously owned by Princess Marie of Baden.
High Water at Glasgow Bridge
In conjunction with our Facing Our Past project, a unique clock at Pollok House provides a clue to the 18th-century commercial interests of the Maxwell family.
Written in the stars
Explore the astrological signs through objects from our historical collections!
The past in the post
Agnes Toward, of the Tenement House, held onto many letters throughout her life, from which we can learn about bygone eras.
What’s Up with Hornel
An exhibition at Edinburgh City Art Centre called E. A. Hornel: From Camera to Canvas is very interesting and doesn’t take long to see.
Tokens of remembrance
November is a month for remembrance, both privately and publicly. Curator Emma Inglis uncovers the physical tokens of remembrance in our collections – those personal or public objects that honour and remember the dead.
The Great Eight at the Hill House
Rachel Thompson, Visitor Services Manager at the Hill House, tells us about her favourite parts of the property.
Famous Scottish artists (and where to find them)
Discover some of our favourite Scottish artists and find out where you can see their work in its ‘natural habitat’.