Exhibition Acknowledgements

From These Parts: Scotland, Art and Identity was created by: 

Struan Watson, Laura Brown, Ross Christie and Matilde Zoppi, University of St Andrews Libraries and Museums 

The exhibition title was inspired by the poem In My Country by Jackie Kay (Makar of Scotland 2016-2021). Hear the poem on the Poetry Archive.

This exhibition celebrates:

  • The 30th anniversary of the Harry and Margery Boswell Art Collection, University of St Andrews
  • The 200th anniversary of the Royal Scottish Academy of Art and Architecture, Edinburgh

In 2026, the Royal Scottish Academy is marking its 200th anniversary with a nationwide celebration stretching from the Highlands & Islands to the Borders. Over 70 organisations are coming together to celebrate Scottish art and architecture as they look ahead to their third century. Find more information on RSA200 on their website.

A special thanks to: 

  • Becky Boswell Swanston
  • Bruce Boswell
  • All the members of the Boswell Committee
  • Royal Scottish Academy of Art and Architecture