As ithers hear us
This Burns Night be sure to mind your P's and Q's, or should that be your R's and CH's?
Scottish History & Traditions
History is not 'just one thing after another', as one of the characters in Alan Bennett's 'The History Boys' puts it. It plays a fundamental role in shaping the nature of the present and the possibilities of the future. It's a collection of stories. And the history of Scotland is filled with incredible stories: romances, tragedies, mysteries, thrillers – we've got the lot!
The survival of these stories depends very much on 'the way we tell them' to future generations. Today our museums and visitor centres employ the skills and techniques of a myriad of designers, architects, curators, academics, writers, artists, model makers, digital animators and actors to bring our past to life.
Ancient Times
People have lived in Scotland for over 10,000 years.
Heroes & Heroines
From William Wallace to Greyfriars Bobby, Scotland has plenty of heroes and heroines.
Scottish Traditions
With such a long history Scotland has traditions for every occasion.
Battlegrounds
Find out about Scotland's most famous battles.