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Archaeology in Orkney

Interesting Orkney Links
A selection of archaeology based sites that might be of interest to our members.

Orkney College UHI Archaeology Department
runs the Masters in Archaeological Practice course. a Masters in Shallow Geophysics course and  BA(Hons) degree courses in Archaeology, Scottish History and Archaeology, and Archaeology and Environmental Studies.
Orkney Research Centre for Archaeology
Provides commercial and research archaeological services.
Orkneyjar
A wonderful source for information about the ancient history, folklore and traditions of Orkney. Includes the daily Ness of Brodgar excavation Blog during the excavation season.
The ‘Thing’ Project
Northern Periphery Programme ‘Thing’ site, the Viking Cradle of Democracy very relevant to understanding Viking Orkney  with a programme of Free public lectures.
Scapa Flow Landscape Partnership
Site packed with information on the unique jeritage to be found in around the waters surrounding Orkney’s southern isles.

Archaeology in Scotland

Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
A Society that has been around for over 200 years, actively supporting the study and enjoyment of Scotland’s past

Archaeology Scotland
Archaeology Scotland works to secure the archaeological heritage of Scotland for its people through Education, Promotion and Support – formerly known as The Council for Scottish Archaeology
The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland (RCAHMS)
The RCAHMS is responsible for recording, interpreting and collecting information about the built environment. This information, which relates to buildings, sites, and ancient monuments of archaeological, architectural and historical interest (including maritime sites and underwater constructions) is then made freely available to the public.
Historic Scotland

Historic Scotland is an executive agency of the Scottish Government charged with safeguarding the nation’s historic environment and promoting its understanding and enjoyment.

If you’re thinking of visiting…

Orkney Tourist Guides Association

VisitOrkney
Travel & accommodation information

Museums in Orkney

Orkney Fossil & Heritage Centre

Newly extended and updated with new galleries. Cafe for light lunches and snacks

Orkney Islands Council Museums Information

Stromness Museum
Without doubt one of the Scotland’s finest small museums

Other groups in Orkney

Orkney Heritage Society   aims to stimulate public interest in, and care for, the beauty, history and character of Orkney, encourage the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity or historic interest and to encourage high standards of architecture and planning in Orkney.

OPPRA          The Orkney Prehistoric Pottery Research Associates

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