Chronicles of Steel. Bladed Weapons from the Bulgarian Middle Ages Temporary Exhibition at the National Archaeological Museum

The National Archaeological Institute with Museum at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences is pleased to present its new temporary exhibition, "Chronicles of Steel. Bladed Weapons from the Bulgarian Middle Ages " This captivating showcase delves into the martial culture of the Bulgarian lands during the Middle Ages, highlighting the most iconic weapons of the era. Among the nearly 120 exceptional artifacts on display are masterfully crafted swords, sabers, their components, and combat knives.

The exhibition is realized in collaboration with 27 historical and archaeological museums from across the country, which have contributed remarkable items from their collections. These include: National Museum of History, National Museum of Military History, Regional History Museum (RHM) – Varna, RHM – Veliko Tarnovo, RHM – Vidin, RHM – Vratsa, RHM – Dobrich, RHM – Montana, RHM – Pazardzhik, RHM – Pernik, RHM – Pleven, Regional Museum of Military History – Pleven, RHM – Ruse, RHM – Silistra, RHM – Sliven, RHM – Targovishte, RHM – Haskovo, RHM – Shumen, Archaeological Museum – Preslav, National Historical and Architectural Reserve Pliska, History Museum (HM) – Gorna Oryahovitsa, HM – Dalgopol, HM – Etropole, HM – Kazanlak, HM –Panagyurishte, HM – Popovo, HM – Pravets, HM – Chirpan.

This exhibition is part of the official cultural program of the Ministry of Culture and will serve as a key highlight for the delegates of the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in July 2025.

You are warmly invited to explore this exceptional exhibition in the Hall for Temporary Exhibitions at the NAIM-BAS, open from December 12, 2024, until 30 September 2025.