Haakon Haakonsson lecture

🏺✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening as we welcome Dr. Orla Craig, the Ancient Monuments Officer of Historic Environment Scotland, our guest speaker on the incredible "Galloway Hoard"! 🎤

This year's Haakon Haakonsson Lecture will take place at Vikingar! auditorium in Barrfield's, Largs, North Ayrshire, Thurs 4th Sept at 7pm. 📍 Mark your calendars! 🗓️

Dr. Craig will be diving into her talk titled “The Vikings in Galloway: Scandinavian Settlement and the Galloway Hoard,” shedding light on this exceptional treasure discovered by metal detectorists in 2014 at Balmaghie, Kilcubrightshire. The hoard features over 5kg of silver, gold, and fascinating artifacts dating back to around AD 900! 😮✨ According to the National Museum of Scotland, it transforms our understanding of Viking Scotland—an absolute must-see for anyone curious about history!

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field. 🎓 Secure your ticket today! 👇
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/largs-viking-festival/t-qjlmmnp

What are you most excited to learn about Viking history? Share your thoughts below! 👇💬

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You may also like the following events from Largs Viking Festival:

• Next Saturday, 6th September, 06:30 pm, Festival of Fire in West Kilbride

Also check out other Festivals in Greenock.