Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn (UOG), in collaboration with Airidhantuim Community Council, Comunn Eachdraidh Nis, and Galson Grazing Committee, has announced that a new monument is to be built to mark 100 years since 52 families found new homes in Melbost, South Galson, and North Galson.

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Named 'na Dorsan', and situated near the UOG Business Centre, the circular monument is being guided by recognised artists Will Maclean and Marian Leven, who previously worked on the Iolaire and Sùileachan memorials. The new monument will serve as a poignant space for reflection on the community's shared history, as well as allow visitors to immerse themselves in the local landscape. 

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The 1924 establishment of the Galson community was seen as a homecoming, with many families having hailed from Dell, Borve, Shader, Carloway, and Fivepenny Ness, as well as further afield. In the hundred years since, community ownership has become a firm part of the area's identity, with UOG established in 2007 to manage the Galson Estate on the community's behalf. ​

 

The official opening ceremony of the monument and accompanying exhibition at Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn will be on 1st November, with an Open Day on Saturday 2nd November, 10am - 4pm where people can walk up to the monument and explore the exhibition in the Business Centre. 

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There will also be further archive material and information available on our website - stay tuned for more information coming soon!

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