The Tangwick Haa was built in the late 17th century as a three storey house for the Cheynes of Tangwick. The word Haa means house of the laird or landowner; it is also found in many small townships where it is the name of a house and its croft. The last resident laird, John Cheyne VIII of Tangwick, died in 1840 and thereafter a caretaker looked after the Haa. The Cheyne family was thereafter based in Edinburgh but came to Shetland in the summer until the First World War. The building was empty during most of the 20th century being used as a workshop for some of this time. The fabric of the building had deteriorated until the Shetland Amenity Trust carried out a renovation in 1985 with the museum opening in 1987.
This place has it all...lots of local information, one of the best displays of "old fashion" toys, an extensive knitwear collection for sale, plus a fabulous cake fridge. Thank you to the volunteers for their time during our visit, one of our more memorable visits during our 5 week trip in Shetland
Fantastic little museum full of local history. A warm welcome and help yourself tea, coffee, and biscuits. Box for donations.
A lovely warm welcome to this museum,my numerous questions were answered from where do you go shopping and the name of pond plants! Full of historical information and great gifts knitting made by local folks Thank you for time xx
A small but very interesting museum. Be sure to talk to the staff for their precious local knowledge. Self-serve tea, coffee and biscuits are also available for a donation.
Do not be fooled / put off from entering by the exterior. What looks from the outside as an uninspiring, uninteresting place is actually a fantastic treasure trove and should be on everyone's to visit list. As soon as you cross the threshold you are transported across the ages as this little museum offer a glimpse into Shetlands rich, cultural history. And do strike up a conversation with the very friendly staff - they have such a wealth of both knowledge and personal stories to tell that is just fabulous to hear. If you do take the time to visit, you will leave knowing so much more about all aspects of life and the culture of Shetland, which will surely enrich your visit to the island. If driving, there is a small car park at the end of the tiny, winding road - so bare with it. Also, do be aware that during the summer season this is a destination for the big cruise liners that visit - try not be there when these coaches arrive. Also, it is free to enter, but please do make sure you have cash to either buy something or donate to the centre. And lastly, give yourself the time to walk down the road to the coastal bay; its only a couple of minutes walk and you'll likely see seals hauled out and highly likely an otter foraging along the shoreline.
An extraordinary, free to visit, experience at this museum of life on the North Mainland of Shetland. The lovely lady behind the desk was a Shetlander who had lived in the area all her life. Fascinating exhibition housed in a former laird's house. There is a car park and a windy picnic area at the back.
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This place has it all...lots of local information, one of the best displays of "old fashion" toys, an extensive knitwear collection for sale, plus a fabulous cake fridge. Thank you to the volunteers for their time during our visit, one of our more memorable visits during our 5 week trip in Shetland
Fantastic little museum full of local history. A warm welcome and help yourself tea, coffee, and biscuits. Box for donations.
A lovely warm welcome to this museum,my numerous questions were answered from where do you go shopping and the name of pond plants! Full of historical information and great gifts knitting made by local folks Thank you for time xx
A small but very interesting museum. Be sure to talk to the staff for their precious local knowledge. Self-serve tea, coffee and biscuits are also available for a donation.
Do not be fooled / put off from entering by the exterior. What looks from the outside as an uninspiring, uninteresting place is actually a fantastic treasure trove and should be on everyone's to visit list. As soon as you cross the threshold you are transported across the ages as this little museum offer a glimpse into Shetlands rich, cultural history. And do strike up a conversation with the very friendly staff - they have such a wealth of both knowledge and personal stories to tell that is just fabulous to hear. If you do take the time to visit, you will leave knowing so much more about all aspects of life and the culture of Shetland, which will surely enrich your visit to the island. If driving, there is a small car park at the end of the tiny, winding road - so bare with it. Also, do be aware that during the summer season this is a destination for the big cruise liners that visit - try not be there when these coaches arrive. Also, it is free to enter, but please do make sure you have cash to either buy something or donate to the centre. And lastly, give yourself the time to walk down the road to the coastal bay; its only a couple of minutes walk and you'll likely see seals hauled out and highly likely an otter foraging along the shoreline.
An extraordinary, free to visit, experience at this museum of life on the North Mainland of Shetland. The lovely lady behind the desk was a Shetlander who had lived in the area all her life. Fascinating exhibition housed in a former laird's house. There is a car park and a windy picnic area at the back.
