This list includes the homes of historic figures
and buildings that portray a particular historical lifestyle.
Both public and commercial museums are included in this list. ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPRSTUVWXYZ
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19th century monument to William Wallace. Wallace rallied Scottish forces to fight the English in 1297, was knighted by Robert the Bruce, and proclaimed Guardian of Scotland in 1298. Edward I defeated him the same year. After going into hiding, he was betrayed, tried and hanged for treason. There are panoramic views from the top if you can manage the 242 stairs. AV presentation on Wallace and displays on Scottish heroes.
Abbey Craig,
Hillfoots Road, Causewayhead
Stirling,
Central Scotland,
Scotland,
FK9 5LF
A prominently sited monument that commemorates Wellington's victory of 1815. Views over the countryside. The monument itself is not open to the public.
Jedburgh,
Borders,
Scotland
18th century handloom weaver's cottage house. Try your hand at weaving, spinning and pirn winding. Display of looms and weaving equipment, domestic and historical items. Video programme.
The Cross,
Kilbarchan,
Strathclyde,
Scotland,
PA10 2JG
Displays include local industries, Caledonian Canal, Jacobite relics and Ben Nevis.
Cameron Square,
Fort William,
Highlands,
Highlands and Islands,
Scotland,
PH33 6AJ
Situated in the grounds of Whithorn Priory, the site of the first Christian church in Scotland, founded by St Ninian in the 5th century. The museum shows the history of the priory, but the main reason to visit is to see the wonderful collection of over 60 early Christian crosses, among them the Latinus Stone, the earliest Christian memorial in Scotland, dated to 450AD.
Whithorn Priory,
45-47 George Street Whithorn,
Dumfries and Galloway,
Scotland,
DG8 8NS
Tableaux of the town's history and heritage. 70,000 photographs taken from 1863 to 1977 of Wick and area.
19 Bank Row,
Wick,
Highlands,
Highlands and Islands,
Scotland,
KW1 5EY