Events
Shetland Museum and Archives are proud to offer a range of events for adults, children and famlies, covering a variety of themes throughout the year. Our own events are detailed below, or see the 'What's On' Calendar for all public events and exhibition listings for the building.
Visit our Box Office to view event listings at our heritage sites
Origins of Up Helly Aa Tours
11:00am - 11:45am
Shetland Museum
The origins of Up Helly Aa might come as a surprise to those who don’t know where it all began - it isn’t just about Vikings! Come along for a tour of our museum galleries to learn more about the event.
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Taste of Shetland at Up Helly Aa
11:00am - 5:00pm
Shetland Museum & Archives
Join Taste of Shetland for amazing cooking demonstrations the Sunday before UHA. Food members will be there with their delicious produce for you to sample and purchase.
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Peerie Vikings - Drop In Event
10:00am - 12:30pm
Shetland Museum and Archives
Join us for a morning of Viking fun. Your peerie one will have the chance to make paper helmets, shields and torches.
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Relaxed Sunday Sessions
Shetland Museum & Archives
Join us for a relaxed Sunday session designed to support people who enjoy visiting our Museum when it is quieter. This session aims to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for individuals, families and groups who may benefit from a more relaxed session.
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