ANGUSalive's Gateway to the Glens Museum is situated in Kirriemuir Town House, a building that has been at the heart of Kirriemuir since its construction in 1604. Here at Kirriemuir Gateway to the Glens Museum, local people and visitors to the town can discover the unique atmosphere of historic Kirriemuir and the splendour of the Angus Glens. Stepping through the door, visitors experience a vivid introduction to the history, culture and natural environment of 'Kirrie' and the western Angus glens, with recordings of local people, computer interactives and permanent displays. Illustrated talks and children's events complement and develop the variety of temporary displays that take place throughout the year.
My wife and I visited on a sunny Monday afternoon. The museum is a small one, but the collection is decent. The Pictish stone was of interest to me, as well as the old collection of 11th century coins and other ancient artifacts. My wife enjoyed the section of Bon Scott related items and the NASA man model. Some of the paintings were intriguing, often with a Peter Pan theme. The model of 16th century Kirriemuir was also interesting. The building itself is lovely. There are a few tourist items thay can be picked up at the front desk. The museum is free, so well worth a visit if you're in the local area.
A true gem in the heart of Kirriemuir, loved to see the exhibitions and got some nice souvenirs. The ladies at reception were lovely and helped us with information about the museum, Kirrie and recommendations/directions. A must-visit for many reasons and for whatever interests you. My list starts with AC/DC and Bon Scott! :)
Unusually, in a rainy Kirriemuir, I was at a loose end, having parked in Bank Street ... soon to be bank-less. I had driven to town to post a larger-than-small-type card that required postmaster inspection. That done, I realised the balance of my half-hour free-to-park time might allow me a browse around the most wonderful creatively-curated museum tucked in the 'Gateway to The Glens' building ... the former 'Toon Hoose' on the High street. A fine historical landmark four-hundred-years-old pile, in tip-top order, it's an absolute treat to enter as the ladies on duty can do no more than they do to make a visitor feel welcome and unhurried. I just caught Michael Visocchi's photography exhibits and went on to admire the old town centre mock-up, once again. My interest in paintings drew me to some recent exhibits of Old Kirrie by Ryle Smith and the Edmund Caswell works, Dave Robertson's and Bob Reid's artistic efforts. Plenty stuff on famous Kirriemarians, Sir J. M. Barrie and AC/DC's Bon Scott, Sir Hugh Munro of mountaineering interest and Charles Lyell of Kinnordy, the Giant of Geology, the musical Camerons and the Victoria Cross (can I say?) 'triplets'. Oh, and did you know that Kirriemuir's very own Peter Hood, in the early part of the nineteenth century, invented that now redundant but (for more than a hundred and fifty years) indispensible machine ... The Typewriter? All in all, what a charming wee museum, fit for purpose ... and more. If you find yoursel' strolling through Kirrie ... And Many (like the great Australian writer and actor, W. S. Percy) Do ... check out this small but truly Big Attraction.
A nice little museum in a historic building. There is a tribute to AC/DC and a little more. A wonderful surprise in a small town.
Beautifull town home town of bonn scott and jm barry well worth avisit.would just like to add im back at my sons again begining of march and would like to think i can squeeze in another visit both to the museum and the town love the place
Friendly and knowledgeable staff able to answer a wide range of local history questions. Visit well spent
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Toilets
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Family friendly
Good for kids
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My wife and I visited on a sunny Monday afternoon. The museum is a small one, but the collection is decent. The Pictish stone was of interest to me, as well as the old collection of 11th century coins and other ancient artifacts. My wife enjoyed the section of Bon Scott related items and the NASA man model. Some of the paintings were intriguing, often with a Peter Pan theme. The model of 16th century Kirriemuir was also interesting. The building itself is lovely. There are a few tourist items thay can be picked up at the front desk. The museum is free, so well worth a visit if you're in the local area.
A true gem in the heart of Kirriemuir, loved to see the exhibitions and got some nice souvenirs. The ladies at reception were lovely and helped us with information about the museum, Kirrie and recommendations/directions. A must-visit for many reasons and for whatever interests you. My list starts with AC/DC and Bon Scott! :)
Unusually, in a rainy Kirriemuir, I was at a loose end, having parked in Bank Street ... soon to be bank-less. I had driven to town to post a larger-than-small-type card that required postmaster inspection. That done, I realised the balance of my half-hour free-to-park time might allow me a browse around the most wonderful creatively-curated museum tucked in the 'Gateway to The Glens' building ... the former 'Toon Hoose' on the High street. A fine historical landmark four-hundred-years-old pile, in tip-top order, it's an absolute treat to enter as the ladies on duty can do no more than they do to make a visitor feel welcome and unhurried. I just caught Michael Visocchi's photography exhibits and went on to admire the old town centre mock-up, once again. My interest in paintings drew me to some recent exhibits of Old Kirrie by Ryle Smith and the Edmund Caswell works, Dave Robertson's and Bob Reid's artistic efforts. Plenty stuff on famous Kirriemarians, Sir J. M. Barrie and AC/DC's Bon Scott, Sir Hugh Munro of mountaineering interest and Charles Lyell of Kinnordy, the Giant of Geology, the musical Camerons and the Victoria Cross (can I say?) 'triplets'. Oh, and did you know that Kirriemuir's very own Peter Hood, in the early part of the nineteenth century, invented that now redundant but (for more than a hundred and fifty years) indispensible machine ... The Typewriter? All in all, what a charming wee museum, fit for purpose ... and more. If you find yoursel' strolling through Kirrie ... And Many (like the great Australian writer and actor, W. S. Percy) Do ... check out this small but truly Big Attraction.
A nice little museum in a historic building. There is a tribute to AC/DC and a little more. A wonderful surprise in a small town.
Beautifull town home town of bonn scott and jm barry well worth avisit.would just like to add im back at my sons again begining of march and would like to think i can squeeze in another visit both to the museum and the town love the place
Friendly and knowledgeable staff able to answer a wide range of local history questions. Visit well spent
