Blog
Hot Mixed Mortars: A Hot Topic in Conservation
Thursday 31 August 2017
Hot mixed lime mortars are a hot topic in building conservation. Wider awareness of the impacts of climate change has led...
Masons and Merelles: A Pastime of the Past
Wednesday 19 July 2017
Sometime around the 13th century, two masons taking a break from working on Arbroath Abbey might have sat down to...
Following the Fire: Displaying Damaged Artefacts from the Mackintosh Library
Friday 7 July 2017
On the 23rd of May 2014, a fire broke out at one of Glasgow’s most iconic landmarks. The early 20th...
Conservation Class of 2017
Friday 30 June 2017
Most classes have been let out for the summer, but not for a group of keen conservation enthusiasts. Go behind-the-scenes at our Conservation Summer School 2017, and learn more about this exciting week of hands-on learning.
An Industrial Cathedral: Refreshing the Roof of the Engine Shed
Friday 16 June 2017
The metal frame of our roof is one of its most impressive features, making the space feel like an industrial cathedral....
Supporting Scotland’s Industrial Heritage
Thursday 18 May 2017
We’re now into the fifth month of the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology, being drawn into the world of...
Thank you
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.
Information
Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body established to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment.
© Historic Environment Scotland - Scottish Charity No. SC045925