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10 Viking exhibitions and events worth visiting in summer and autumn 2025
There are plenty of Norse-themed sights to enjoy, from serpent's heads and dangerous dragons to ivory chess pieces and Viking vessels.1 year ago — News -
New analysis of Galloway Hoard runes suggests joint ownership of the treasure
The Viking Age treasure could have been the property of a religious community.1 year ago — News -
Top ten Viking Age-related archeological discoveries of 2024
From Dutch-based sword accessories and Icelandic toys to ancient runes and rustic cabins, The Viking Herald takes a look at the most exciting finds of the year.1 year ago — News -
Did the Vikings ever reach Persia? New archeological findings point to a hidden history
We know that early medieval Scandinavia, the homeland of the Vikings, tapped into great transcontinental trade networks, connecting Europe, Africa, and Asia. However, whilst some Vikings may have traveled the fabled "Silk Roads," did they ever reach the ancient land of Persia?1 year ago — News -
Viking Age treasure found in Scotland revealed to be of Asian origin
The lidded vessel is part of the Galloway Hoard and will soon be available for viewing at the British Museum.1 year ago — News -
The most famous Viking hoard discoveries in history
Were Viking history's greatest hoarders? In recent years, archaeologists have unearthed many caches of Viking-era buried loot, plunder, and treasure.3 years ago — History -
The Galloway Hoard: Viking-age treasure on display at Aberdeen Art Gallery until August 23
The famous Galloway Hoard, one of the most important archaeological finds of the century in the United Kingdom, is on display until August 23 at Aberdeen Art Gallery in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland.4 years ago — News -
Famous Viking hoard exhibition breaks visitor records at Kirkcudbright Galleries
The exhibition of the famous Galloway Hoard, a rare collection of Viking Age objects, has broken visitor records at a Scots gallery.4 years ago — News -
Scientists discover name of mystery bishop on unusual Viking hoard crystal
A group of Scottish scientists has identified a name of an unknown bishop on a rock crystal jar uncovered as part of a Viking Age hoard.4 years ago — News
