Dundee Heritage Trust

Dundee Heritage Trust sprang from a small dedicated band of local people concerned that unless action was taken important aspects of the citys history would be lost forever. Trustees are drawn from a diverse range of community and business interests in Dundee and Tayside. As well as the internationally significant Royal Research Ship Discovery, Dundee Heritage Trust has responsibility for Discovery Point, home of RRS Discovery and Verdant Works, one of the nations most important textile museums. Both sites are Accredited museums, 5 star rated attractions with VisitScotland and have won numerous awards. The purpose of Dundee Heritage Trust is The guardianship, preservation, and portrayal of Dundees Heritage in ways that educate, inspire and enlighten current and future generations. The organisations distinctive excellence is The successful co-existence of a public service ethos with a private sector culture, which delivers a range of outstanding quality experiences.