# Event Details - **Event Name**: Pictish Animal Totems Workshop with Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: A workshop for 16+, led by Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot, combining historical objects and archaeology with mindfulness and artAbout this EventThe Picts used various animal symbols on their carved stones that might have represented spiritual beliefs, tribal or clan affiliations, or served as commemorative markers. While sometimes referred to as ‘totems’, their exact meaning is a subject of ongoing debate.Get hands-on with some of the artefacts in our collection and engage your creative side using a variety of art materials and techniques as we explore the fascinating world of Pictish animal symbolism. No experience needed!Suitable for 16+These workshos are offered on a 'Pay as you Can' basis.Places are limited and preparation is significant, so please only book if you plan to attend. A contribution that reflects the value of your place helps us keep offering these sessions sustainably. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d94d6990-09f6-11f1-8e72-eb9923d9d6b2-rimg-w1200-h726-dc744e2e-gmir.jpg About the FacilitatorDr. Donna Betts is a board-certified art therapist, visual artist and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland. She brings together cultural heritage, creativity, and wellbeing in her work with museums and cultural organisations. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/d97bcc90-09f6-11f1-b6c3-c3694e9a4e40-rimg-w659-h740-dc73767b-gmir.jpg While she hails from Canada, Donna is drawn to Scotland. The stunning beauty of the place and the call of her Scottish ancestors compel her to visit as often as she can. Driven by a passion for the arts, cultural heritage and the historic environment, Donna promotes applications of the arts in improving health, wellbeing, and quality of life through various advisory roles, collaborative projects and engagement with cultural institutions. Donna holds a PhD in Art Education and Art Therapy from Florida State University (2005), an MA in Art Therapy degree from George Washington University (1999), an MLitt (with Distinction) in Scottish Heritage from the University of Aberdeen (2025), and a BFA degree from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (1992). In 2016 she visited Groam House with her son while on a Pictish Trail tour and was very taken by the museum. So much so that she now volunteers at Groam House on the Education Outreach Committee. She is delighted to be able to offer a series of workshops at the museum in March and April, 2026. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rosemarkie/pictish-animal-totems-workshop-with-dr-donna-betts-fsascot/100001981202656478 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, health-wellness, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Rosemarkie - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: 19 High Street - **lat**: 57.5908865 - **long**: -4.1150818 - **full address**: 19 High Street, High Street, Rosemarkie, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Pictish Animal Totems Workshop with Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/4817f4ed4c53fc58cd147ceafb6c9a1d6187632d38427d707ce2d3541882b403-rimg-w670-h508-dc766048-gmir.jpg?v=1771109129 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Pictish Animal Totems Workshop with Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot being held? - **A:** Pictish Animal Totems Workshop with Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot takes place on Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm at 19 High Street, High Street, Rosemarkie, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Pictish Animal Totems Workshop with Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot? - **A:** Pictish Animal Totems Workshop with Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot is organized by Groam House Museum. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Pictish Animal Totems Workshop with Dr. Donna Betts, FSAScot is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rosemarkie, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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