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Viking-age treasure exhibition sets Kirkcudbright visitor record

The items were discovered by metal detectorist Derek McLennan in 2014.

A lengthy battle ensued over where the best location to house the collection waould be, with the eventual decicion going in favour of National Museums Scotland (NMS).

However, it gave a commitment at the time to bring the items closer to the spot where they were discovered with future exhibitions.

The event at Kirkcudbright has proved a big attraction at the new venue.

Dr Chris Breward, NMS director, said he was delighted by the success it had enjoyed.

“It has been a pleasure to work with our colleagues at Kirkcudbright Galleries and we look forward to continuing our collaboration around the Galloway Hoard for many years to come,” he said.

Culture Minister Neil Gray said the Scottish government had been pleased to assist in funding the tour.

“I would urge anyone who hasn’t seen it yet to do so before it moves on to the Aberdeen Art Gallery,” he added.

Source: BBC

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