Museum nan Eilean
Lewis Chessmen Unmasked - 15th April to 12th September 2011
Have fun and learn more about the Lewis Chessmen : Museum nan Eilean, Francis Street, Stornoway. Tel.:01851 822 746. FREE ENTRY.
Check here for activities, and how to book.
Schools and Pre-School Groups
School groups and pre-school groups can book for a morning visit anytime.
Ring Isabel at the Museum on 01851 822746
A key element of the learning programme is an online resource that will support the Curriculum for Excellence whilst being a fun and lively tool for families. The resource can be found at www.nms.ac.uk/chessmen
We say farewell to the Lewis Chessmen
Come and say goodbye to the Lewis Chessmen at Museum nan Eilean on Monday 12th September, 10am - 5pm. There will be music, poetry, storytelling and song throughout the day.
To celebrate that over 21,000 visitors have enjoyed and marvelled at the beauty and the intricacy of the Lewis Chessmen this summer, engaged with the story of their discovery on the Isle of Lewis in 1831, and learnt more about their origins in the context of the Viking World – we have a full programme of music and storytelling for you.
A.M.: Relax with the magical tones of Daisy Nash playing the clarsach.
P.M.: Enjoy traditional Scottish tunes with musicians David and Debbie Nash.
ALL DAY:
Chrisella Ross will inspire you with tales of magic and mystery from the Viking and Scottish world.
Story sessions at:
- 11.00 a.m.
- 12 noon
- 2.00 p.m.
- 3.00 p.m.
- 4.00 p.m.
