Lecture: A maritime perspective on Iron Age settlement at Borg and elsewhere on Vestvågøy (English)

Join us for an enlightening lecture by archaeologist Stephen Wickler from the University of Tromsø as he explores the fascinating history of human settlement in the Borg area during the Iron Age. 🏺

Discover how the maritime landscape around Borgpollen has influenced the lives of its inhabitants over the centuries. Dive into Wickler's latest research, which includes excavations of boathouses on Storeidøya and insights from lake core analyses in the Borg region. 🌳

Learn how environmental changes, such as vegetation shifts and sea-level fluctuations, have shaped settlement patterns from the Bronze Age to the present day. This lecture promises to offer a unique glimpse into both archaeological discoveries and interdisciplinary research conducted in Lofoten and Vestvågøy. 📚

Practical Information:
Date: June 26th (English) / June 25th (Norwegian)
Admission Price: 50 NOK / Free with annual pass 🎟️
Location: Lofotr Viking Museum
Doors Open: 30 minutes before the lecture starts ⏰