Viking Culture Summer Schools in Shetland
Summer school in Shetland
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Jul 23, 2012 09:00 AM
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Jul 27, 2012 05:00 PM |
| Where | Saxa Vord, Unst & NAFC Marine Centre, Scalloway |
| Contact Name | Centre for Nordic Studies |
| Contact Phone | 01856 569300 |
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This summer programme will take you to Scot- land’s most northerly island, Unst, and Shet- land’s ancient capital, Scalloway.
Lectures and fieldtrips will follow the themes below:
- Viking Voyages: We will study Viking voyages, navigation and ship building techniques. The field trip visits a reconstructed Viking longship. There will be the option to sail on a Viking ship!
- Viking Society and Landscapes: Who were the Vikings? Where did they settle? We will look at archaeological evidence, laws and relig- ion, and visit the remains of a longhouse and a ‘ting’ (local assembly site).
- Vikings in Popular Culture: Learn about Vi- kings in popular culture and film, including the Shetland Winter Fire Festival ‘Up-Helly-Aa’. We will visit the Galley shed to meet modern-day Vikings, and see where replica Viking galleys are made every year.
- Sagas and Everyday Life: We will learn about the literature of the Norse people, their stories, myths and folklore. A Viking Feast will give you a taste of food inspired by the Norse settlers.
- Runes and Games: Make your own runic in- scription while learning about the ancient alpha- bet of the Vikings. Learn a Viking game and participate in a Hnefatafl or Kubb tournament!
Inter-island ferry fares and entrance fees are included in the price.
Cost: £400 per week / £250 for local island residents
See here for further information or download our leaflet (pdf) for more information.
