Mapping the Nation: representations of Scotland, 1200-2000, conference

Saturday 26 April (9.00 – 5.00 pm)

A one-day event for teachers of history and literature in Scottish secondary schools exploring the multiple ways in which Scotland has been visualized and represented through cartography, history, and literature. There will be presentations on current projects that can be used to enhance the teaching of Scotland’s rich historical and literary past; and a round table workshop session to explore the potential of future collaborations, with displays of projects, resources, and publications. Speakers include history and literature teachers from universities and schools, National Library of Scotland on historical mapping, National Trust for Scotland on Bannockburn and many more. The event is fully catered and attendance is free thanks to funding from the Royal Society of Edinburgh, but registration is needed via Eventbrite: http://bit.ly/mappingthenationNMS.

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