Archaeology Scotland

Archaeology Scotland, formerly known as the Council for Scottish Archaeology (CSA), is a membership organisation which seeks to promote the understanding of archaeology in Scotland. This group works with lay people and academia to help care for the great history of Scotland's archaeological heritage. Their charitable and philanthropic work serves to enrich the story and deep history of Scotland. Dr. Simpson wanted to entrust this Scottish group to: help to preserve Scottish heritage, antiquities, relics, and ancient buildings; also to preserve ancient country houses and help them to remain inhabited; and carry out the proper archaeological excavation of castles and abbeys. Archaeology Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, and is dependent on the subscriptions and donations of supporters, grants from, Historic Environment Scotland and trusts and foundations.

The organization is currently made up of trustees who answer to an appointed board of directors. The current director is Dr Gavin MacGregor, who took over from Eila Macqueen in 2022. Under Macqueen's leadership, there is a larger team of project managers, development managers, project officers, heritage training officers, and other assorted staff and administration. Hundreds of free archaeological and heritage themed events take place all over Scotland, allowing people to view usually unseen artefacts and sites. Archaeology Scotland also organises the annual Archaeological Research in Progress conference in partnership with the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland. One of the key fundraising awareness and initiatives is the Adopt a Monument event. Additionally, the Heritage Hero Awards and their journal "Discovery and Excavation in Scotland" is the premiere resource for learning more about current Scottish archaeological fieldwork.