Culture and Heritage
The historical and cultural heritage of the Moray Firth embraces Neolithic, Pictish, Celtic, Viking, Medieval and Jacobite associations. More recent heritage includes the Highland Clearances, the herring boom (the area has the largest collection of fishing communities in Scotland), the Hanseatic League sea trade, the legacy of two World Wars and the oil boom.
This rich and diverse history is to be found in archaeological sites, historic buildings, museums, trails, interpretation centres and events, all around the coastline.
Follow the links below for more information on the heritage features and attractions around the Moray Firth.
Heritage Centres and Museums Heritage Groups and Societies
Aberdeenshire Council Leisure, Culture and Tourism web site
Heritage Conservation and Management Organisations:
Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historic Monuments of Scotland
