Argyll has a number of Antiquarian, Archaeology, History & Natural History Societies. 

Most hold an active series of talks and summer outings.  You will find their contact details below.

Natural History and Antiquarian Society of Mid Argyll (Scottish Charity SCO000894)

Correspondence: Mr D. Batty
Kirnan Farm
Kilmichael Glassary
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 8QL

Membership/ Publications Secretary: Mr Phil Holt
Glasvaar Cottage
Ford
Lochgilphead
PA31 8RJ

NHASMA publishes the Kist, a lively Journal edited by Edward Tyler, which contains articles on the area's archaeology, history and natural history.  Winter talks are held once per month in the Community Centre, Lochgilphead.  The Society also organises summer outings, including an island trip.

Lorne Archaeological and Historical Society

details to come ......  

Kintyre Antiquarian and Natural History Society

Correspondence: Mr Angus Martin
13 Saddell Street
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6DN

Subscriptions and Distribution: Mrs Francis Hood
Craiglussa
Peninver
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6QP

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Argyll Ancestors

Geneaology with a personal touch.   Penny has spent the last 10 years researching her husbands Campbell roots, and in the process has become a very keen and eager amateur geneaologist.  She has amassed a wealth of knowledge about parish records and other tools like the 'Mort Cloth' Register.  To find out how Penny might be able to help contact her on 01546 810350 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or check out the website http://www.argyllancestors.com