Edinburgh and the East of Scotland College of Agriculture (EESCA)

Reference:GB 3488 EESCA
Dates of Creation:1901-1990
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Scope and Content
The collection consists of minutes, reports, financial records, maps and plans, College publications, programmes of events, photographs, slides and press cuttings relating to Edinburgh and the East of Scotland College of Agriculture (1901-1990)
Administrative / Biographical History
The Edinburgh and East of Scotland College of Agriculture (EESCA) was formed in 1901 by representatives of the University of Edinburgh, The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society as well as representatives from a number of regional county councils. It incorporated the University of Edinburgh’s Chair of Agriculture, as well as its existing School of Rural Domestic Economy. Its premises were located in George Square at the University of Edinburgh, which were expanded in 1904. The college carried out the teaching of Agriculture and other allied subjects until 1990 when it was incorporated into SAC (Scottish Agricultural College).
Arrangement
The collection has been arranged into 13 series. Original order has been maintained where possible. Photographs and loose press cuttings have been arranged by subject matter reflecting the activities of the College.
Access Information
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Note
The Edinburgh and East of Scotland College of Agriculture (EESCA) was formed in 1901 by representatives of the University of Edinburgh, The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society as well as representatives from a number of regional county councils. It incorporated the University of Edinburgh’s Chair of Agriculture, as well as its existing School of Rural Domestic Economy. Its premises were located in George Square at the University of Edinburgh, which were expanded in 1904. The college carried out the teaching of Agriculture and other allied subjects until 1990 when it was incorporated into SAC (Scottish Agricultural College).
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright is retained by SRUC.
Appraisal Information
Duplicates and items not deemed to have historical value were removed from the collection as part of the appraisal process.
Accruals
Further accruals are expected.
Additional Information
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