Re-opened Kilmartin Museum showcases Argyll and Bute’s rich archaeological history

The village of Kilmartin (Scottish Gaelic: Cille Mhàrtainn) is in Argyll and Bute (Earra-Ghàidheal agus Bòd) in the west of Scotland. It is located in Kilmartin Glen, an area noted for having the most important concentration of Neolithic and Bronze Age remains in mainland Scotland. Kilmartin Glen can quite rightly claim to be one of the world’s most significant archaeological landscapes. Standing stones, stone circles, remarkable carved rock art, cairns, castles and forts, all spanning a period of over 5,000 years.  Now after several years of major renovation Kilmartin Museum has re-opened. Creating a much larger permanent and temporary exhibition space, increased capacity for cultural activities, and an accessible research and education facility. The museum is again able to showcase Argyll and Bute’s rich archaeological history.