Dunrobin 2: The princess and the snake

Dunrobin 2: The princess and the snake

Here’s a fascinating blog by Helen McKay about the ‘Dunrobin 2’ Pictish carved stone found near Golspie (over the grave of a woman who died around 660AD) and now on display at Dunrobin Castle Museum. In her blog, Helen looks at the snake symbol on the stone and...
Gairloch’s Pictish Symbol Stone: The story so far…

Gairloch’s Pictish Symbol Stone: The story so far…

One of Gairloch Museum’s star objects is its Pictish symbol stone – beautifully displayed in the recess of one of the blast doors of the bunker. But where and when was this rare object discovered and how did it end up in the Museum? This blog tells the tale of...
David McGovern talks about his love of Pictish art

David McGovern talks about his love of Pictish art

A blog by David McGovern of Monikie Rock Art. Amongst other projects, David is currently working on a replica of the recently-discovered Conan Stone. The original can be seen in Dingwall Museum, and the replica is due to go on display locally later this year – watch...
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