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"The find of his life": Possible Viking sword found in Polish riverbed now on display
The weapon was discovered by chance during a holiday dive close to the city of Białystok.1 year ago — News -
Flurry of funding activity should help secure future of Museum of the Viking Age
The confirmation of support from the Norwegian government and the DNB Savings Bank Foundation allays fears of further delays.1 year ago — News -
Archeologists share new findings from the Viking graves at Tvååker, Sweden
Two members of the on-site archeological team discuss the wealth of artifacts found at the site and assess their significance.1 year ago — News -
Site in Sweden reveals Viking ships, graves, and possible animal sacrifice
Excavations in Halland County have revealed one of the largest grave sites of the Viking Age.1 year ago — News -
"Definitely the biggest thing I have experienced in my career": Major Viking treasure found in Norway
Find in Vestland County may have been left by Vikings fleeing to the hills.1 year ago — News -
A glimpse at a few of the most exciting Viking digs happening now
2024 has been a bumper year for Viking archeology. Patreon subscriber and The Viking Herald fan Bruce Rose wrote to us wanting to know more about some of the most exciting ongoing digs, particularly in North America. We look at a few of the most interesting Viking sites being excavated today.1 year ago — News -
Magnificent seven: The seven best Viking museums in Europe today
Given that the new Museum of the Viking Age is still being built and set to open in 2027, Patreon subscriber and The Viking Herald fan AWarriorsSpirit wanted to know what other museums offer a similar experience in Scandinavia and beyond. We explore some of the best Viking museums in Europe today.1 year ago — News -
"My heart skipped a beat": Finding a rare Viking artifact in a Danish field
The detectorist Flemming Willum Petersen believes the figurine may be a sign of a long-lost Norse trading post.1 year ago — News -
Did Viking warriors really paint their faces before battle?
Though Hollywood and streaming services would hate us for busting this myth, there is little historical evidence that Vikings painted their faces before bloody battles.1 year ago — Legacy -
Tiny Viking Age toy discovered in the east of Iceland
Debate is already raging about whether the find is a pig, bear, or Icelandic dog.1 year ago — News
