Magpie Heritage

We are a group of freelancers passionate about the power of heritage to improve our wellbeing and places.

We understand that history isn’t just about the past; it’s a bridge to the future. Our mission is to bridge that gap, connecting yesterday’s stories with future opportunities.

Our Collective

Jacob O'Sullivan - Enthusiastic and energetic heritage and museums professional, with comprehensive experience in partnership, strategic, and stakeholder development, and national strategy delivery.
Jacob O'Sullivan - Enthusiastic and energetic heritage and museums professional, with comprehensive experience in partnership, strategic, and stakeholder development, and national strategy delivery.
Kate Stephenson - Edinburgh-based freelancer specialising in historical research, storytelling and heritage interpretation.
Kate Stephenson - Edinburgh-based freelancer specialising in historical research, storytelling and heritage interpretation.
Dr Miriam Mallalieu - curator, interpretation and exhibition designer.
Dr Miriam Mallalieu - curator, interpretation and exhibition designer.
Irene Hallyburton - Helping communities curate and create their unique story.
Irene Hallyburton - Helping communities curate and create their unique story.
Jen Kavanagh - Curator and oral historian specialising in contemporary history and community collecting.
Jen Kavanagh - Curator and oral historian specialising in contemporary history and community collecting.
Robin Patel - Working with communities to celebrate heritage and culture.
Robin Patel - Working with communities to celebrate heritage and culture.
Jenny Brown - Curator specialising in local social and industrial history.
Jenny Brown - Curator specialising in local social and industrial history.
3 Legged Duck - Creating inclusive and engaging museum design solutions.
Irene Hallyburton - Helping communities curate and create their unique story.
Dr Miriam Mallalieu - curator, interpretation and exhibition designer.
Robin Patel - Working with communities to celebrate heritage and culture.
Jen Kavanagh - Curator and oral historian specialising in contemporary history and community collecting.
Kate Stephenson - Edinburgh-based freelancer specialising in historical research, storytelling and heritage interpretation.
Jacob O'Sullivan - Enthusiastic and energetic heritage and museums professional, with comprehensive experience in partnership, strategic, and stakeholder development, and national strategy delivery.
Jenny Brown - Curator specialising in local social and industrial history.

Our Services

Community Engagement

We provide platforms for communities to express themselves. Our work includes market research, surveys, focus groups and creative activity. We link communities with the development of cultural facilities, placemaking and masterplanning.

Interpretation and Activity Design

We specialise in transforming heritage into meaningful and memorable experiences. We do this by working closely with communities and audiences to design exhibitions and activity programmes.

Website Design

Your digital presence deserves to be as captivating as the stories you wish to share. We’ll work with you to craft engaging and accessible online content.

Why Choose Magpie Heritage?

Passion for the Past: We are driven by our love for heritage and a commitment to preserving it for future generations.

Innovation: We embrace cutting-edge technology and creative solutions to breathe new life into historical narratives.

Community-focused: Our approach ensures that heritage remains accessible, engaging, and relevant to the communities it serves.

Expertise: With over 20 years of experience in heritage consultancy, we have the knowledge and skills to bring your vision to life.

Let’s work together to unlock the full potential of your heritage project.

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