About ARCH
Archaeology for Communities in the Highlands (ARCH) was set up in January 2009 to provide a range of exciting and innovative community archaeology projects. It will provide opportunities to encourage people with diverse interests and abilities in the Highlands to learn about, record and participate in celebrating and increasing knowledge of their local heritage. ARCH will do this in a number of ways including classroom learning, practical outdoor sessions, group project work, or via a virtual community.
ARCH is a registered Scottish Charity (No. SC040624) and a Company Limited by Guarantee (Company No. 353054). The Board Members are:
Graham Clark
Carolyn Samsin
Highland Council advisor : Lorna Cruickshank, Independent Museums Advisor
ARCH employs Susan Kruse, Learning and Development Manager, and works with archaeology and heritage associates with experience in all aspects of community archaeology, including adult learning, youth work with Young Archaeologists' Clubs, archival work, excavation and survey, museum skills, and community outreach.
Latest News...
22/09/2017 - Project Coordinator needed for Experimental Archaeology Project
ARCH will be recruiting a self-employed Project Co-ordinator for the soon to be launc... More >>
20/08/2017 - HAF 2017 programme is out!
The programme for the Highland Archaeology Festival is now out. Printed brochures can be c... More >>
09/07/2017 - HAF Photographic Competition
New this year is a HAF photographic competition – a chance to submit up to two photo... More >>
Site of the Month
02/03/2014 - Ardersier Toll House
At the entrance to Ardersier village, travelling from Inverness towards Fort George, the f... More >>
Find of the Month
27/02/2014 - Heights of Fodderty cup and ring marked stone
In 2006 Susan Kruse of ARCH discovered a fine cup and ring marked stone on the Heights of ... More >>