Who we are
Learn about our vision for the historic environment and how we work with others to protect Scotland’s heritage.
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About Historic Environment Scotland
Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body established to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment.
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Our vision, mission and values
Read about our vision, mission and values for investigating, caring for and promoting Scotland’s historic environment.
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Our Place in Time
Scotland’s first ever strategy for the historic environment sets out a vision of how our heritage can be understood, valued, cared for and enjoyed.
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Heritage For All
We want the historic environment to make a real difference to people’s lives. Take part in our vision of Heritage For All.
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Our Board
Learn about our Board who set, and are accountable for, our vision and strategy.
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Chief Executive
Find out about Alex Paterson, Chief Executive of the lead public body for Scotland’s historic environment.
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Executive Leadership Team
Meet the Directors responsible for the day-to-day running of Historic Environment Scotland.
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Corporate information
Read about the documents that guide our work, and find out more about how we do business.
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How we spend our money
Find out how we spend our money, from awards and grants to our planned expenditure
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What is the historic environment?
What the historic environment is, and how we experience it through places, artefacts, traditions and stories.
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Why is the historic environment important?
An overview of the importance of the historic environment to Scotland’s economy, cultural identity and sense of place.
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Support our work
Play a role in preserving and enhancing Scotland's historic environment by donating, leaving a legacy or working in partnership.