16 April 2016

Jacobite study day

Speakers from across Scotland will discuss objects that tell the stories of the Jacobites, what impact they had in the Highlands, why Culloden is so special and what life was like in the 18th century. This event is part of the larger Commemoration of the 270th Anniversary of the battle being held on site from 11:00

13:30 ‘Culloden as a special place’ Christopher Duffy

13:50 Dr Andrew Mackillop, Aberdeen University

14:10 Break

14:30 ‘The Aftermath of Culloden; exemplary punishments and exemplary improvements’ Professor Allan MacInnes, Strathclyde University

14:50 'Look, Love and Follow: Using material culture in the study of Jacobite history' Sarah Heaton PHD candidate Edinburgh University

15:10 Questions chaired by Derek Alexander Head of Archaeological Services the National Trust for Scotland

Tickets are free but please book in advance to ensure your place. 01463 712509

More information and other events can be found here: http://www.nts.org.uk/Culloden/Visit/Events/

16 April 2016

Green Woodworking Event

Evanton Community Wood

Free day to learn about green woodworking including using a pole lathe and making a stool.

Free. Meet at the Woodland Cabin in the woods.