A replica 17th-century lawn and Creel house officially opened in Glencoe, giving a glimpse into the lives of people during the 1692 massacre.
Skilled craftsmen began using traditional materials, tools and techniques in 2021 to build turf, braided and thatched roof structures.
National Trust for Scotland (NTS) recreation is the same footprint as one of the late 17th century dwellings unearthed by conservation charity archaeologists and volunteers in the Old Town of Loch Achtriochtan near Glencoe’s three sisters. I have.
Visitors can now explore the lawn and creel house on their own at the Glenco Visitor Center.
You can also enjoy audio installations reminiscent of Glenn’s sounds, speeches, and life songs from 300 years ago, such as the sounds of wildlife and livestock, the chatter of family life, and the sounds of traditional socializing. Kaley in the evening.
Emily Bryce, Glencoe’s NTS Operations Manager, said: They tell us a lot about pre-clearance highland landscape communities like Glencoe.
“Tourists who come here often hear about the tragic events of Glencoe’s massacre, but they understand the lives of those who lived here as well as those who were lost here in 1692. I want you to leave.
“This building offers the perfect space to immerse visitors from all over the world and the community at our doorstep in the story of the people who built their homes here for centuries. ..
“We are very grateful for the support of all those who have made this project possible and look forward to the next stage of its development.
“This is a very ongoing task and we will work with our local partners to find ways to get the most out of this unique building.”
Thirty-eight members of the Clan Donald were killed in the Glencoe massacre in February 1692 by government forces loyal to King William, but more were killed in the exposure.
The official opening event for the house was held on Thursday.
The Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is an important partner in this project.
We funded the two trainees and developed their own skills while supporting the project team. One focused on traditional architectural crafts and the other on heritage involvement and interpretation.
Lucy Dougan, one of the HES trainees, grew up in Glencoe and can trace her family back to the people who lived in the area at the time of the slaughter.
She states:
“Our Creel House really helps us to visualize the times when Glen itself would have looked very different from today. There is a lively community living in a small town with a rich Gehrig culture.
“I hope we can rekindle this past while creating new stories here in the future.”