Museums, galleries & exhibitions in the Highlands
The museums and galleries of the Highlands are home to a number of unique and high quality exhibitions and displays. Learn about the geography of the area and witness the story of the rural community over the last century.
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Highland Museum Of Childhood
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Museum
Strathpeffer
Telephone:
+44 (1997) 421031Discover what life was like for local children living in the Highlands through history at the Highland Museum of Childhood.
Arisaig Land, Sea & Islands Centre
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Arisaig
Telephone:
+44 (1687) 450771The Land, Sea and Islands Visitor Centre is on the site of a derelict smiddy in a stunning situation in the heart of Arisaig village.
Brora Heritage Centre
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Brora
Visit Brora Heritage Centre and discover the archaeology and industrial heritage of Brora portrayed through an exhibition, hands-on displays and dinosaur play area.
Treasures Of The Earth
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Fort William
Telephone:
+44 (1397) 772283Housed in an atmospheric simulation of caves, caverns and mining scenes Treasures of the Earth will leave you in awe at the wonders which lie beneath your feet.
Strathnaver Museum
Type
Type
Museums
By Thurso
Telephone:
+44 (1641) 521418Strathnaver Museum is a local history museum near Thurso in Caithness.
Glencoe & North Lorn Folk Museum
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Type
Museums
Gradings
- 2 Museum
Glencoe
Telephone:
+44 (1855) 811664Housed in traditional 18th century thatched cottages, the Glencoe and North Lorn Folk Museum provides a rich insight the history of Glencoe area and its people.
The West Highland Museum
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Type
Museums
Gradings
- 4 Museum
Fort William
Telephone:
+44 (1397) 702169Visit the West Highland Museum, world famous for its Jacobite exhibits but also for housing an excellent local history collection from archaeology to the present day.
Duncan Currie - Sandbank Studio
Type
Type
Galleries
Broadford
Telephone:
+44 (1471) 822011Specialising in mixed media and watercolour, Duncan Currie paints at the Broadford Gallery and Sandbank Studio, Isle of Skye.
The Highlanders' Museum
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Type
Museums
Tomintoul Art Gallery
Type
Type
Galleries
Tomintoul
Telephone:
+44 (1807) 580458Enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere at the Tomintoul Art Gallery, home to artist in residence, Jane Lannagan.
Dingwall Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Dingwall
Telephone:
+44 (1349) 865366Dingwall Museum is a local history museum in the Highlands.
Ullapool Museum And Visitor Centre
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Museum
Ullapool
Telephone:
+44 (0)1854 612987Ullapool Museum and Visitor Centre is a local history museum based in the town.
Dunbeath Heritage Centre
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Dunbeath
Telephone:
+44 (0) 1593 731 233Discover the heritage, history and culture of Dunbeath at the Dunbeath Heritage Centre, birthplace of world famous author Neil M Gunn.
Bright Water Visitor Centre
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Kyleakin
Telephone:
+44 (1599) 530040Learn about the local and natural history of Kyleakin and Eilen Ban at the Bright Water Visitor Centre and discover the diverse wildlife that dwells there.
Falconer Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Forres
Telephone:
+44 (1309) 673701The Falconer Museum is a local history museum in Forres.
Skyeskyns
Type
Type
Arts & Crafts
Gradings
- 5 Visitor Attraction
Waternish
Telephone:
+44 (1470) 592237Skyeskyns is Scotland's only traditional exhibition tannery and offers free guided tours to see the story of leather. A world-class sheepskin experience.
The Skye Museum Of Island Life
Type
Type
Museums
By Uig
Telephone:
+44 (1470) 552206Step back in time and experience how islanders really lived at the unique and informative Skye Museum of Island Life.
Caithness Horizons: Museum, Gallery Shop & Cafe
Type
Type
Galleries
Gradings
- 5 Visitor Attraction
Thurso
Telephone:
+44 (1847) 896508Caithness Horizons is an enthralling new visitor attraction located in Thurso which acts as a hub for the surrounding Caithness area.
Gairloch Heritage Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Museum
Gairloch
Telephone:
+44 (1445) 712287Take a journey through time in the north west Highlands at the Gairloch Heritage Museum, discovering the culture, heritage and customs of the beautiful area.
Findhorn Village Icehouse & Heritage Centre
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Forres
Telephone:
+44 (1309) 690659Explore the fascinating multiple underground chambers and learn about the salmon fishing industry at the Findhorn Village Icehouse and Heritage Centre.
