Comunn Eachdraidh Nis

About

Comunn Eachdraidh Nis is a visitor centre situated in North Dell on the main A857. Our mission is to preserve and promote the history, language, culture and heritage of the Ness to Ballantrushal area of the Isle of Lewis for the benefit of the local community, its visitors and future generations.

If you are planning a visit to the Isle of Lewis then a visit to Comunn Eachdraidh Nis is a must. The newly refurbished, accredited museum, showcases a past island community way of life. The artefacts on display have been donated by the community over many years. The iconic Ronan Cross is our most important artefact - it is mounted on a bespoke stand in the centre of the museum. The centre has two exhibition areas with exhibitions usually changing twice each year.

The café provides a welcome pit stop for tourists and is also popular with local people. The Gaelic language is commonly spoken between customers and staff and the portraits on the wall have all been donated by local families. You can enjoy a freshly prepared light lunch of soup, sandwich, panini or wrap and finish it off with a speciality tea or coffee with homemade baking.  Local produce is used wherever possible. 

Our gift shop sells a wide range of locally made items including the Ishga skincare range, Harris Tweed merchandise and local knitwear. We also stock the Sandwick Bay and Essence of Harris range of candles including our own exclusive Comunn Eachdraidh Nis candle and diffuser ‘Soirée’ - the orange scent is inspired by a local story which is found inside each box. Also available is an ever-increasing range of Comunn Eachdraidh Nis in-house publications on local history as well as a wide selection of Gaelic books for both adults and children.

Facilities include toilets, disabled access, coach parking and free WiFi. 

Please note we do not allow dogs, other than guide dogs, into the building.

We accept card and cash.