Storied Collection has partnered with the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland to support its £1.5 million campaign to establish Scotland’s first national heritage hub.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to preserving and sharing the stories behind historic places, ensuring that the knowledge, collections and research that help bring Scotland’s past to life remain accessible for future generations.
As part of the initiative, selected bookings made through Storied Collection will help generate a financial contribution towards the Society’s work and its ambitious vision for a dedicated heritage hub in Edinburgh.
A Shared Commitment to Heritage
Historic buildings are often admired for what survives.
The castles that still dominate skylines centuries after they were built. The country houses that have witnessed generations come and go. The estates whose stories remain woven into the landscapes around them.
Yet heritage is about far more than the buildings themselves.
It is the stories, records, discoveries and communities connected to these places that give them meaning. Preserving that history requires the work of organisations dedicated not only to protecting the past, but ensuring it remains accessible for future generations.
Founded in 1780 and incorporated by Royal Charter in 1783, the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland has spent almost 250 years advancing the study and understanding of Scotland’s past. Today, it remains one of the country’s leading heritage organisations, supporting research, scholarship and public engagement with history.
For Storied Collection, supporting that mission felt like a natural partnership.
Many of the castles, country houses and historic estates within our collection have survived because previous generations recognised their value. The same principle applies to the stories connected to them. Historical knowledge, archives and cultural heritage require ongoing care if they are to endure.
Supporting Scotland's First National Heritage Hub
The Society’s £1.5 million campaign seeks to create Scotland’s first national heritage hub within a historic B-listed building beside the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.
The proposed centre will provide a permanent home for research, learning, exhibitions and public engagement, creating opportunities for more people to connect with Scotland’s rich historical record. It will also provide a collaborative space for heritage organisations, researchers and communities to come together around a shared appreciation for Scotland’s past.
More than a new building, the project represents an investment in the future of heritage itself.
By creating a dedicated space for learning, collaboration and discovery, the hub will help ensure Scotland’s history remains accessible to researchers, heritage professionals and the wider public alike.
It is a vision that closely aligns with Storied Collection’s own approach to historic hospitality.
Every property has a story, and those stories are often what transform a beautiful building into a meaningful experience. Whether it is a centuries-old castle, a grand country house or a historic estate, understanding the people, events and traditions that shaped a place helps create a deeper connection with it.
Looking to the Future
Through this partnership, selected bookings made through Storied Collection will help generate financial support for a project designed to safeguard and share Scotland’s history for generations to come.
More broadly, the partnership forms part of Storied Collection’s commitment to supporting organisations that preserve cultural heritage and expand access to historical knowledge.
The buildings we admire today survived because previous generations invested in their future.
By supporting initiatives such as Scotland’s first national heritage hub, we can help ensure that the stories behind those buildings survive as well.
What the Partnership Means
Justin Hauge, CEO of Storied Collection, said:
“Part of our mission is to empower our members through community, and for us that also means helping ensure that the histories and legacies of the properties and the communities we operate in are cared for. We are inspired by the Society’s vision to create a centralised heritage hub and resource for Scotland and honoured to partner with them in this ambitious campaign. We also look forward to sharing the Society’s expertise with our members, who are equally passionate about preserving the unique stories their properties inhabit.”
Dr Simon Gilmour FSAScot, Director of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, said:
“We are delighted to be working with Storied Collection, whose commitment to uncovering and sharing the stories behind historic places reflects our own vision, that Scotland’s past is for everyone to research, share, enjoy and protect, home and abroad. Partnerships like this are vital in ensuring Scotland’s heritage has the platform, resources and reach it deserves, and we look forward to welcoming Storied Collection’s members and guests into that story.”
As supporters of historic places and the stories they contain, we are proud to play a small part in helping ensure Scotland’s heritage remains accessible, understood and celebrated for generations to come.
