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From time to time we have guest posts from partners, visitors and friends of the Engine Shed.

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Chris showing schoolchildren an ipad and photos of traditional buildings
Behind the Scenes

Outreach & Beyond: Life as a Conservation Intern

Thursday 28 March 2019

Ever wondered what it’s like interning with us? Chris Droog spent a year with our team crafting engaging exhibitions, and helping with building advice publications. Here he tells us about his experience.

Two people knitting inside the Engine Shed. A table with pink wool on it is in front of them.
Guest Blog

Knit and Natter at the Engine Shed

Friday 15 March 2019

We're proud to host Forth Valley Sensory Centre’s Knit and Natter Group. Learn more about the group in this guest blog with group member Janette.

A volunteer shows visitors around the Engine Shed
Behind the Scenes

Volunteering at the Engine Shed: Isobel’s Story

Thursday 7 June 2018

We get by with a little help with our friends! This Volunteers’ Week, hear from Isobel about her experiences as a volunteer, and discover her fascinating memories from the Engine Shed’s military past.

A child poses beside exhibition panels for Talking Shops, an exhibition looking at Scotland's historic shopfronts
Guest Blog

Talking Shops: Developing the Exhibition

Wednesday 7 March 2018

Stuart Kerr from Stuco Design explains how we created Talking Shops, an exciting new exhibition exploring Scotland’s historic shopfronts.

Moisture mapping detail of Skelmorlie Chapel in Largs.
Conservation

3D moisture mapping: Why we do it!

Friday 29 December 2017

Sofia Antonopoulou, former SIGMA Digital Documentation Officer, explains why Historic Environment Scotland’s conservation teams are using 3D moisture mapping to...

Stirling Seafaring Past
History

Our link to Stirling’s seafaring past

Friday 10 November 2017

Read on from our Conservation Director David Mitchell to find out our fascinating links with Scotland's seafaring past.

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The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.

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