Scotland's Whale Road
DISCOVERY POINT

Dive into the history of whaling in Dundee and beyond, as we chart RRS Discovery‘s role in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

Talk: Art in Antarctica

We’re joined by polar specialist Henrietta Hammant, who will explore early examples of art made in this beautiful landscape; from watercolours, to carved whale bone, to festive decorations. 

Discovery Point Transformed

Explore our plans to transform Discovery Point, conserve the RRS Discovery, and spark curiosity in heritage for the next 100 years.

Leave a Gift in your Will

Did you know that Dundee Heritage Trust can receive gifts in wills? Your gift could make a lasting difference to our work in Dundee.

Our Mission for Discovery

Dundee Heritage Trust exists to share our heritage for the benefit of current and future generations. Now, we’re on a mission to protect the RRS Discovery and spark curiosity in heritage for the next 100 years.

Conserving RRS Discovery

Explore our £1.4M conservation project aboard the Royal Research Ship Discovery, supported by the National Heritage Memorial Fund.

Polar Publications

Celebrate two iconic publications from within our Polar Collections; the famous South Polar Times compiled on Discovery in 1902, and Shackleton’s rare Aurora Australis.

The Hope Cross
DISCOVERY POINT

Visit the historic Hope Cross at Discovery Point; built in 1922 by Shackleton’s Quest crewmates following his untimely passing.

LEARNING

CPD & Placements

Teachers

We have a teachers’ network that meets informally. This group are asked about the development of the education programme and the redevelopment of our sites and will be involved in any projects such as Schools in Residence.

 

Placements

We accept placements from schools, colleges and universities dependent on area and staff capacity.

Please contact us for more information.

Contact our Education team

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