The Trust exists to care for and make accessible the finds of Scottish Crannog dwellers for the benefit, enjoyment, education and inspiration of all who are interested in archaeology, Scottish Crannogs and prehistoric life, demonstrating how the crannog dwellers’ stories are a defining, significant thread in the fabric of Scotland’s rich heritage

Our work is guided by three charitable objectives:

The advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science – We do this by collecting, researching, cataloguing, caring for and making accessible the archaeological finds, knowledge, crafts and skills relating to Scottish Crannogs and prehistoric life in Scotland for the benefit, enjoyment, education and inspiration of all. 

The advancement of education – We do this by increasing and disseminating knowledge and understanding of the Iron Age and its people by providing, managing, and developing a sustainable museum, undertaking experimental archaeology projects and by providing interactive visitor experiences that are inclusive, diverse, environmentally responsible and which deepen visitors’ understanding of crannog-dwellers’ lives. 

The advancement of citizenship or community development – We do this by working in partnership with diverse groups, including voluntary, educational and not-for-profit groups, whose members do not always feel fully integrated into society. Together we use the Scottish Crannog Centre’s resources to create safe spaces in which people can move towards making a more positive contribution to their communities and to flourish as individuals.