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Our museums are now open and tickets are available to book. We can't wait to welcome you back.
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Our museums are reopening and tickets are now available for booking. We can't wait to welcome you back!
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29 May - 12 Sep 2021
The Galloway Hoard brings together the richest collection of rare and unique Viking-age objects ever found in Britain or Ireland. It is of international significance and will transform our understanding of this period of Scottish history.
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Find out moreOur museums are now open and tickets are available to book. We can't wait to welcome you back.