CIfA2026 excursions
Before kicking off CIfA2026, we will have two optional excursions for locals or delegates arriving into town the day before conference.
Join members of CIfA's Scottish Area Group for a guided tour of the National Museum of Scotland, or a walking tour of Holyrood Park including a look at the field school on site.
28 Years of the Museum of Scotland | |
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Dr Rebecca Jones will be hosting a small group session to present the past, present and future of the Scotland Galleries in the National Museum of Scotland (NMS). The session will highlight the design and architecture of the NMS, as well as discuss the benefits and challenges of displays which are over a quarter of a century old. Come and join for a fascinating insight into the NMS! Start time is 15:30, NMS closes at 17:00. | |
Holyrood Park Walking Tour - Working together for the future of a unique landscape | |
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Join Professor Jon Henderson (University of Edinburgh) and Rachel Pickering (HES) on a walking tour of Holyrood Park. Learn about the ongoing research and recent investigations carried out by the Holyrood Park Field School - a partnership project grant funded by HES with the University of Edinburgh and AOC Archaeology. Over the last 5 years the field school has provided valuable skills and practical experience to undergraduate students - training the next generation of archaeologists. At the same time, the project is directly supporting key management objectives in HES' Landscape Conservation Management Plan. Learn all about recent discoveries, current challenges and future aspirations, and hear insights from past students. Please note that this involves walking over rough and uneven terrain and some short but steep routes. Estimated walk length is approximately 3 miles. Start time is 15:00, this excursion is anticipated to take 2 hours. | |
| National Museum of Scotland | £0.00 |
| Holyrood Park | £0.00 |