CIfA Scottish Group in person networking event

CIfA Scottish Group in person networking event

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Friday 12 September 2025

11:00 – 16:45

We’re excited to announce a in person networking event for CIfA Scottish Group set in the inspiring surroundings of the National Museum of Scotland. Join us for a day of thoughtful discussion on the practice of archaeology and heritage in Scotland today.

Agenda

10.30 - Meet in Hawthornden Court in National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh
11:00 – 11:30 - A short talk by Dr Beccy Jones (National Museum of Scotland) reflecting on the challenges of refreshing a 25-year-old permanent exhibition.

11:30 - 13:00 - Participants choose an object in the gallery and give a 2 minute talk about their object, explaining why it is their favourite item within the collection. We’ll rotate around the gallery to hear everyone’s insights.

13:00 – 14:00 - Lunch (provided)

14:00 – 16:45 - An afternoon of talks and discussion around method and practice

• Steve Birch (West Coast Archaeological Services) - High Pasture Cave: ten key moments from discovery to publication
• Jeff Sanders (Society of Antiquaries of Scotland) - Meeting A Myriad of Archaeological Audiences
• Liz Robson (University of Stirling) - The Practical Application of Social Values in Scotland’s Heritage

Additional information

Lunch is included in the booking fee. Please indicate on your registration form if you have any dietary requirements. 

Address details and a map of the museum will be shared on booking, but please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements for the day.

Price

• £15 CIfA member or Scottish Group supporter
• £25 non-member

Student bursaries are available. Please contact Groups@aracheologists.net if you require support with funding for student members.

Numbers are strictly limited so early registration is essential.