WELCOME to Kilmartin House Museum.
There are more than 800 ancient monuments within a six-mile radius of the village of Kilmartin, Argyll, many of them are are prehistoric. This extraordinary concentration and diversity of monuments distinguishes the Kilmartin Glen as an area of outstanding archaeological importance. It is one of Scotland’s richest prehistoric landscapes. Kilmartin House Museum is an award winning world-class centre for archaeology and landscape interpretation established to protect, investigate and interpret this internationally important archaeological landscape and the artefacts that have been found here. At this unique and vibrant centre you can also see ‘The Valley of Ghosts’ audio-visual – a time travelling experience with breath taking imagery and haunting music. There is an on site shop and an award winning cafe. To find out more, explore our web site, wander through our interactive map and see what's on our Events Programme.

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In the Footsteps of Kings
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in the footsteps_covKilmartin House Museum's new Walking Guide to Kilmartin Glen and the surrounding area will be launched at the Museum on 19th May when author Sharon Webb will be signing copies.  The book contains a section on Argyll's archaeological and historical past followed by 25 of the best heritage and natural heritage walks in Kilmartin Glen, Craignish, Kilmichael Glen and Knapdale.  The title of the book is In the Footsteps of Kings and it retails at £7.99.  Stunning photography of the area by Dr Aaron Watson complements the text.  Copies will be available to buy from our shop, Waterstones in Oban and the Argyll Book Centre in Lochgilphead.  In the Footsteps of Kings can also be posted to purchasers for an additional £1.50 postage and packing charge.

We were delighted to welcome Jim Gilchrist, freelance journalist, to Kilmartin recently.  He wrote a very interesting piece for the Scotsman based on the Walking Guide.  His article can be downloaded from here.

 
Opportunities at Kilmartin House Museum
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The following opportunities are available at Kilmartin House Museum:

Finance Officer

Kilmartin House Museum is seeking to appoint a Finance Officer to take responsibility for financial administration of the Trust and Trading Company, including production of the annual accounts, financial information and analysis as well as managing invoicing and bill payments and the payment of salaries.  This is a part time position (19 hours per week) and the salary is between £16,000 - £18,000 pro-rata.   The job description is available to download from here.

Reception/shop/administrative assistant

A Museum reception/shop/administrative assistant, to work across both Trust and Shop/reception teams is also sought.  The role will be flexible.  Depending on the season and workload of other staff, you will be expected to perform general administrative duties, as well as work in the reception/shop of the Museum, dealing with visitors and handling cash.  This is a full time position and the salary is £13,468.  The job description is available to download from here.

To apply for either position please download a copy of our Standard Application Form and return the completed version to Anne Smart at Kilmartin House Trust either by post or by e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

If you are experiencing difficulties in downloading these documents an application pack can be obtained by contacting Anne Smart on 01546 510278 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Applications must be submitted on the standard application form, CVs will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 29th May 2012 and interviews will be conducted on 11th and 12th June.

 

 
A Career in Ruins
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Historic Scotland will be visiting Kilmartin on Wednesday 23rd May to give a talk on the work of Historic Scotland's Scheduling Team in Argyll.  The talk will be held in the Museum Cafe starting at 7.30pm. All are welcome, no pre booking is required and the event is free.
 
FESTIVAL OF THE SEA EVENT
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Unfortunately Dr Olivia Lassiere is ill and not available to give her planned talk on Saturday 19th May so the schedule for the Festival of the Sea event has been amended.  Full details are on the Events Calendar.
 
jolomo Exhibition
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3 - netherlargie standing stones 16x1619 - winter light at kilmartin 24x24"The Kilmartin Glen Light" is the theme of the jolomo exhibition currently running in our cafe.  20 new works of art encompassing standing stones, Carnassarie and Duntrune Castles, Crinan Moss and other subjects, feature in jolomo's special exhibition on the subject of the environs of Kilmartin Glen.  The cafe will be open every day from 10 am until 5 pm during this exhibition so why not treat yourself to some refreshments to enjoy while looking at these stunning works of art?  

This exhibition will finish on Sunday 27th May.

The full inventory is available to download.

All Jolomo Paintings in the Kilmartin House Museum exhibition are Oil on canvas.  A percentage of Artist’s proceeds from the Kilmartin House Museum show will be donated to the Mid-Argyll MS Centre, Lochgilphead.
 
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Latest Events

Fri May 18
Festival of Museums
Sat May 19 @12:30 - 02:30PM
Festival of the Sea
Sat May 19 @15:00 - 05:00PM
Walking Guide Book launch
Wed May 23 @18:30 - 08:00PM
Great Auks - Bushcraft at Taynish NNR
Sat May 26
Kilmartin Gala Day
Wed May 30
Junior Education Workshop Days at Kilmartin House Museum
Sat Jun 09 @10:00 - 04:00PM
Permaculture Introduction Day
Sat Jun 09 @10:00 - 05:00PM
Great Auks Day out at the Crannog Centre on Loch Tay
Wed Jun 20 @09:30 - 11:30AM
Solstice Walk