Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland (RCAHMS)
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Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland (RCAHMS)Location
Edinburgh, Midlothian United KingdomIndustry
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www.rcahms.gov.ukAbout
For over 100 years, the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland has been collecting, recording and interpreting information on the archaeological, architectural, industrial and maritime heritage of the nation, creating a unique archive that offers a remarkable insight into the special nature of Scotland’s places. Many millions of items, including photographs, maps, drawings and documents are made widely available to the public via the web, through exhibitions and publications, and at the RCAHMS search room in Edinburgh. Searchable online databases offer information on 300,000 buildings and sites, and access to 150,000 images. RCAHMS also looks after Scotland's