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Lewis Chessmen

The Lewis Chessmen: Unmasked

Over 30 chess pieces from the National Museums Scotland and the British Museum are touring Scotland. New research explores the enduring mystery and intrigue of these much loved artefacts.

This exhibition delved into the mysteries of the iconic Lewis Chessmen, one of the most significant archaeological discoveries ever made in Scotland. The exhibition continues to tour Scotland until 2011.

Lewis chesmen queen and king

Meet the chessmen

Unmask the Lewis chessmen

Unmask the Lewis chessmen with our interactive resource

Lewis Chessmen: Unmasked

Open: Fri 15 April-Mon 12 Sept 2011
Cost: Free
Venue: Museum nan Eilean, Stornoway

Lewis chessmen bishop

About the exhibition and tour

Lewis chessmen king

Zoom in on the chessmen

Lewis chessmen beserker

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