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The
Council for Scottish Archaeology
Full name of organisation: The Council for Scottish Archaeology
Short version of name: CSA
Contact person: Eila Macqueen
Address: Causewayside House, 160 Causewayside, Edinburgh EH9 1PR
Telephone: 0131 668 4189
Fax: 0131-247-4126
Email: info@scottisharchaeology.org.uk
Website: http://www.scottisharchaeology.org.uk
Aims:
To promote informed opinion concerning study of conservation of Scotland's archaeological heritage by:
- Promoting public awareness
- Encouraging better identification and conservation of the archaeological resource
- Pressing for adoption of adequate policies for preservation, management and interpretation of the archaeological resource
- Facilitating liaison among the archaeological community, other relevant groups and the public
Current work priorities: The Council for Scottish Archaeology is a voluntary membership organisation which works to secure the archaeological heritage of Scotland for its people through education, promotion and support:
- Education, both formal and informal, concerning Scotland’s archaeological heritage
- Promotion of the conservation, management, understanding and enjoyment of, and access to, Scotland’s archaeological heritage
- Support through the provision of advice, guidance, resources and information related to archaeology in Scotland
The vision: CSA will become a centre of knowledge and expertise for Scottish archaeology, providing support and education for those interested and involved in archaeology, and promoting Scotland’s archaeological heritage for the benefit of all.
Charity number: SC 001723
Paid staff in Scotland : 9
Full time: 5
Part time: 4
Volunteers: 51
Date Established: 1944
Members:
Individuals: 771
Societies: 41
Institutions: 70
Local groups: 13 Young Archaeologists' Club Branches
Land owned or managed in Scotland: none
Membership of other umbrella groups: SCVO; VDS; Scottish Archaeological Link; Built Environment Forum
Publications: 'Discovery and Excavation in Scotland' annually; 'Scottish Archaeological News' 3X pa. Understanding Scottish Graveyards - reprint and update of Betty Willsher's book with NMS Publishing
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