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At the Iverness Museum and Art Gallery you can explore Scottish history and discover how the highlands are linked with the rest of the world.
Inverness' first museum was opened in 1826 by the 'Northern Institute for the Promotion of Science and Literature'. Its collections were inherited by the current museum, which was founded on the current site in 1880.
Since then the museum has undergone a number of transformations, most recently in 2006, when the building was extensively refurbished with a range of new displays and visitor facilities.
The exhibitions begin on the ground floor with geology and natural history as well as the rich archaeological heritage of the Highlands.
The displays continue on the first floor, now accessible by lift, with the more recent history of the Highlands. Here you will find Jacobite memorabilia, Inverness silverware, authentic Highland weapons and bagpipes.
The first floor exhibition area features a changing programme of temporary exhibitions.
Highland Museums aim to provide a welcoming museums service that provide inspiration, learning and enjoyment for all.
In order to fulfil their vision they offer a service to the public, which includes:
•Welcoming staff and friendly atmosphere at the museum site
•Permanent and temporary exhibitions and displays open to the public for learning and enjoyment
•Online access to the Highland Photographic Archive
•Opportunity to purchase copies of photographs from the Highland Photographic Archive
•An activity programme aimed at inspiring those who take part
•A learning and access service that reflects the needs and interests of the communities that we serve
•An enquiries service related to the collections
Contact:
Inverness Museum
& Art Gallery
Castle Wynd
Inverness IV2 3EB
01463 237114
Opening Hours:
The Museum is open
Monday - Saturday
(10am to 5pm)
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