Innovation in the Archive #ExploreArchives
The Black Watch Museum archive holds a considerable quantity of primary source material relating to the Battle of Loos, 24th September 1915. This event has
November 21, 2016
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Our blog shares behind the scene insights in the life at the Castle and Museum. Discover the stories behind our incredible artefacts, explore the archives and uncover soldier’s stories, hear from special guests and contributors and keep up to date with our events, news, developments and achievements.
Meet The Team
Jenny, Project Archivist
Joining the team in 2018, Jenny is using her archives experience to take forward the Cataloguing Project. She is dedicated to ensuring these records are accessible for people of all ages to connect with their past.
Stewart, Curator
As an experienced Museum professional, Stuart is responsible for looking after The Black Watch collection of artefacts. He is the person to ask about our interesting objects and ideas for inspiring new projects.
Fiona, Museum Assistant
Starting as a volunteer over 5 years ago, Fiona now assists the Museum Curator to care for and interpret the collection and displays. She also helps with our learning programme and has developed a special interest in military medals.
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Our Replica Trench
What was life in the trenches like for the thousands of Black Watch soldiers who served during the First World War? In truth we will
November 5, 2016
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10 Great Reasons to Visit The Black Watch Castle and Museum…
To visit a 5 Star Visitor Attraction in the beautiful city of Perth. To experience the Home of The Black Watch, Scotland’s Premier Highland Regiment.
October 27, 2016
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Our Art Collection – Comrades by Robert Gibb
An ionic image of the military art genre is Comrades by Robert Gibb (b.1845-d.1932), which was first exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy in 1887.
October 5, 2016
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The Marriage Portrait of Lieutenant Colonel James Stewart to Williamina Kerr
A favourite painting of the Museum staff is the Marriage Portrait of Lieutenant Colonel James Stewart to Williamina Kerr 1803 by James Giles (b.1801-d.1870), as
October 5, 2016
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My time as a Poppy Partner..
In early summer of 2016 by happy chance, I stumbled across a request for volunteers at the forthcoming Weeping Window: Poppies exhibition at the Black
September 25, 2016
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