Comunn Eachdraidh Nis
Type:Museums
Gradings
- 3 Star Museum

Comunn Eachdraidh Nis is a visitor centre situated in North Dell on the main A857. Comunn Eachdraidh Nis records, preserves and promotes the history, language and culture of North Lewis for local and global communities and aims to promote social health and well-being through a range of activities for all ages.
If you are planning a visit to the Isle of Lewis then a visit to Comunn Eachdraidh Nis is a must for your to do list. The museum (which is free to enter) 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.
Looking to find out more on what there is to see and do in North Lewis? Some young local experts will show you highlights of North Lewis in our Bòidhchead ar Sgìre (A Tour of North Lewis) film.
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.
Our website www.nesshistorical.co.uk is a great first stop while you plan your visit. Why not take a virtual tour of our building before you visit? Thugainn! (Let's go!)
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.
Our museum is free to enter. We welcome and appreciate donations.
* The museum, galleries and gift shop are open Monday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm.
Our Café is open Monday to Friday 10am - 4.30pm (hot food is served until 3.30pm)
Our opening times can vary throughout the year. Please telephone us to check up to date information.
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