Elgin Museum

So many different time periods on display - Each display has a laminated A4 booklet in a pocket at the side of it Disabled parking nearby; as well as ramp facilities on the lower levels of the exhibits however these would be for seemingly narrow wheelchairs. Helpful and informative staff as soon as you enter the museum and plenty of informational panflets and books about the area and items on display. Entry is free howevet it is Absolutely worth a donation either at the front counter of in any of the donation boxes around the exhibits. Opening hours just now (30/04/2023) are Wednesday to Sunday and they close at 16:00 and last entry into the facility is 15:30. It's a good place to take children of all ages and there is a ground floor and a first floor. There aren't any food or drink restrictions but clearly be respectful if asked to disregard anything. Only one exhibition requested no photography or filming, and generally there are signs requesting not to touch or interact with exhibits so keep an eye out for signs. The Shop section has limited items most are locally sourced or made and there are items such as toys for children, keychains, scarves and tops, history books of the area, jewellery, and local made ceramic art. Definitely visit if you have a chance - it's peaceful and you can tale your time (provided you don't show up near closing time of course)
Apr 29th, 2023

Elgin Museum is free to visit and well worth a stop if you find yourself visiting the area and are interested in local Scottish history. There are many exhibits covering from pre-Pictish to Victorian times - the staff are all very friendly and knowledgeable and the gift shop has some amazing and affordable purchases to be found, from clothing to Scottish / local history books. We bought two high quality Elgin Museum Lambswool Scarves, made from local millers for only 4 each, which have made for great, practical keepsakes of our time in the area. Very impressed overall with the passion and drive put behind this free museum, which does not receive any governmental funding - especially when you compare it to places like Inverness!!
Apr 28th, 2023

Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No More
Apr 27th, 2023

Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No More
Apr 7th, 2023

Fantastic museum. A hidden gem. Free entry but we donated. We cannot thank the staff enough for tge time they spent talking to my boys about fossils. Some really famous facts about our local area in there. Very well worth a visit.
Oct 18th, 2022