The centre houses artefacts, documents, photographs, archives and collections on the history and culture of Barra & Vatersay.

Formed in 1995 to conserve and promote the culture and heritage of the islands of Barra and Vatersay, the Historical Society collects artefacts, documents and photographs, and has built up extensive archives and collections. It arranges exhibitions, displays and events of a social and educational nature.

Dualchas (Heritage):
Since opening in 1996, Barra Heritage Centre has welcomed people from all over the world who have a keen interest in learning the history and culture on Barra and the Barra isles.

The centre is well situated and is within walking distance of the main street in Barra’s main and most populated village of Castlebay overlooking the famous Kisimul Castle and the islands south of Barra.
 

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