--- title: "Scottish Society For Art History — check charity number SC035621 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Society For Art History a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC035621. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scottish-society-for-art-history retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:06:38.349Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Society For Art History is a registered charity (number SC035621) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £9,274 (year ending 2025-10-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Scottish Society For Art History? Registered charity number SC035621 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dundee City Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £9,274 Website [www.ssah.org.uk](http://www.ssah.org.uk/) ## What does Scottish Society For Art History do? The object of the Society is to advance the education of the public in the study of art history as a branch of the wider study of the visual arts, and is doing so through events, conferences, the awarding of research grants and publication of an academic journal. ## What causes is Scottish Society For Art History registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Society For Art History yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Society For Art History is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=scottish-society-for-art-history&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ssah.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Society For Art History a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Society For Art History is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC035621) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Scottish Society For Art History's charity number? Scottish Society For Art History's charity number is SC035621. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC035621? Search SC035621 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Scottish Society For Art History do? The object of the Society is to advance the education of the public in the study of art history as a branch of the wider study of the visual arts, and is doing so through events, conferences, the awarding of research grants and publication of an academic journal. Does Scottish Society For Art History have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Society For Art History. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Scottish Society For Art History? Scottish Society For Art History's website is http://www.ssah.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC035621).