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:
Carolyn Samsin
Susan Kruse, Learning and Development Manager is employed by ARCH on many of the projects. ARCH 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. Susan has received an MBE for services to Community Archaeology in the Highlands.
Latest News...
19/01/2022 - Kirkhill Heritage starting 1st March
The FACET project now turns its attention to Kirkhill, another area of multi-period, inter... More >>
15/12/2021 - Recruiting for Community Heritage Facilitators
We have two places available on the ARCH FACET project for trainee community heritage faci... More >>
04/07/2021 - Learn how to make salt!
Can you help with saltmaking? Clyne Heritage in Brora are looking for volunteers who would... More >>
Site of the Month
10/04/2021 - Easter Raitts township
Easter Raitts township Photo: Highland HER Although the Highlands is dotted with de... More >>
Find of the Month
10/04/2021 - Cruisie lamp in Dunrobin Castle Museum
© Anne MacInnes Cruisie (or crusie) lamps were formed of two boat-shaped iron ... More >>