Events Calendar
Breaking New Ground: sharing archaeological discoveries from Moray
Elgin Museum’s Archaeology Conference 2025
Saturday 13th September, 9am – 5pm
TICKET SALES CLOSE AT 5PM ON 11TH SEPTEMBER 2025
Hear from a wide range of speakers covering all aspects of archaeological investigation carried out in Moray in recent years, from academic research projects to developer-funded commercial projects, as well as discussion about public benefit opportunities in archaeology – from community excavations, through to school involvement and what happens to all the finds that are excavated.
TICKETS CAN BE BOOKED ONLINE VIA OUR TICKETING PLATFORM:
IN PERSON (price includes refreshments during breaks and lunch)
Students £15.00
Moray Society Members £22.50
Adults £30
Students £5
Moray Society Members £7.50
Adults £12.50
Visit our online booking page to book your place – spaces are limited, so book now!
Why not consider becoming a Moray Society member and enjoy discounted entry to the conference? Find out more on our website.
Full list of chairs and speakers:
Session Chairs:
Martin Cook, AOC Archaeology Group; Nick Brown, conservation architect; Dr Fraser Hunter, National Museums Scotland
Speakers:
Derek Alexander, NTS: Pioneering Spirit – excavating the old distillery site at Upper Drumin, Glenlivet
Michael Stratigos, Interdisciplinary Research Fellow/Lecturer Archaeology, University of Aberdeen: Loch Spynie Through Time
Gordon Noble, Professor of Archaeology, University of Aberdeen: The Citadel Project: Rescue and Research: Excavations at Burghead, Moray
Professor Ian Armit, University of York and Dr Lindsey Büster, University of York/Canterbury Christ Church University: Close Encounters with the dead at the Covesea Caves
Dr Fraser Hunter, NMS: Metalwork in Moray: Celtic art, Roman connections
Mary Peteranna, AOC Archaeology Group: Iron Age settlement and industry at Knockomie, Grantown Rd, Forres
Ana Rodrigues and Dr Clive Waddington, Archaeological Research Services Ltd: Settlement and Metal Production in the Iron Age: Scotland’s Largest Iron-Producing Site at Lochinver Quarry in the Context of the Agricola Invasion
Yvonne Robertson, AOC Archaeology Group: Prehistoric Portgordon and the excavation of a timber ‘hall’ in Moray
Martin Cook, AOC Archaeology Group and Janet Trythall, Elgin Museum: Why are we digging? The public benefits of excavation and research in Scotland
Elgin Museum Big LEGO™ Build 2025!
24th – 25th October 2025
We need your help to recreate Elgin Museum’s collection in LEGO™. With help from HES and LEGO™ Master Builder Alistair, choose from a variety of our favourite objects to build replica models!
Suitable for ages 5 to 100! Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
The event is free, but tickets must be booked in advance – anyone attending must have a ticket (including parents / guardians). Places are limited – Book Now!
Five slots available on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th October
10.30am – 11.30am
11.30am – 12.30pm
1.30pm – 2.30pm
2.30pm – 3.30pm
3.30pm – 4.30pm
LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2017 The LEGO Group. The BIG Elgin Museum LEGO Build is not sponsored, endorsed or otherwise supported by The LEGO Group.
Elgin Museum Big LEGO™ Build 2025!
24th – 25th October 2025
We need your help to recreate Elgin Museum’s collection in LEGO™. With help from HES and LEGO™ Master Builder Alistair, choose from a variety of our favourite objects to build replica models!
Suitable for ages 5 to 100! Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
The event is free, but tickets must be booked in advance – anyone attending must have a ticket (including parents / guardians). Places are limited – Book Now!
Five slots available on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th October
10.30am – 11.30am
11.30am – 12.30pm
1.30pm – 2.30pm
2.30pm – 3.30pm
3.30pm – 4.30pm
LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2017 The LEGO Group. The BIG Elgin Museum LEGO Build is not sponsored, endorsed or otherwise supported by The LEGO Group.
Spey Coracle Family Fun Sessions
Join us for some coracle fun at this learning & craft activity.
Come along to learn more about our Spey coracle, then build your own miniature replica coracle before racing it down our virtual River Spey – avoiding the obstacles if you can!
Suitable for ages 5-8, all children must be accompanied by an adult (ticket price covers 1 child + 1 adult). Be prepared to get messy!
- 1st April 2026 10am – 12pm
- 1st April 2026 2pm – 4pm
- 11th April 2026 10am – 12pm
- 11th April 2026 2pm – 4pm
Places are limited, so please book in advance: 1 child + 1 adult: £2
Scan the QR code or go to bit.ly/EMCoracleFun to book your tickets!
Spey Coracle Family Fun Sessions
Join us for some coracle fun at this learning & craft activity.
Come along to learn more about our Spey coracle, then build your own miniature replica coracle before racing it down our virtual River Spey – avoiding the obstacles if you can!
Suitable for ages 5-8, all children must be accompanied by an adult (ticket price covers 1 child + 1 adult). Be prepared to get messy!
- 1st April 2026 10am – 12pm
- 1st April 2026 2pm – 4pm
- 11th April 2026 10am – 12pm
- 11th April 2026 2pm – 4pm
Places are limited, so please book in advance: 1 child + 1 adult: £2
Scan teh QR code or go to bit.ly/EMCoracleFun to book your tickets!