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Jennifer Farquharson

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Jennifer Farquharson is Content Officer at the Engine Shed. Jen creates engaging content about our sustainable conservation centre.

Posts by Jennifer Farquharson

3 ways to keep up with conservation from home

Monday 5 October 2020


Discover how we’ve been keeping you connected with conservation online, whether you're looking for fun with the family, or are a conservation professional.

How the Romans helped build Scotland

Friday 22 May 2020


The materials used in many of Scotland's traditional buildings can be traced back to the Romans. Discover how the Romans helped build Scotland.

Hidden gems in Scotland’s historic gardens

Friday 1 May 2020


For National Gardening Week, learn all about buildings you might find in historic gardens. From doocots to bee boles, discover what they tell us about the people who once built and used them.

What is Gothic architecture? A Scotland spotters guide

Wednesday 17 July 2019


What is gothic architecture, what traditional skills were used to create it and how do you spot it in Scotland? Read on to find out.

4 great reasons to learn traditional building conservation skills

Thursday 16 May 2019


Whether you’re looking to kick-start a career in building conservation, or you’re a homeowner looking to care for your traditional home, here are 4 great reasons to learn about traditional building conservation.

The secrets of Scottish women in the Arts and Crafts movement

Friday 8 March 2019


The arts and crafts movement was more accepting of women artists, but their work was still made to stand in the shadows of men. Discover more about Scottish women in the Arts and Crafts movement, and uncover the secrets of some of their work in buildings that you might not have known.

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