Open Mon - Sat
10am - 5pm
Events this September
Exhibition Launch
Friday 1st May
4pm - 6pm
Join us to help launch and celebrate our new exhibitions, with artist Lesley Mackay (Dùthchas) and photographer Mark Littlejohn (Five Years in Wester Ross) Potter (Mountain Songs).
In our Lower Gallery, inspired by Mackay country/Duthaic Mhic Aoidh, Lesley Mackay follows the route of her ancestors as they migrated southwards, exploring themes of connection and loss - of people, land, culture and belonging.
In our Upper Gallery, Mark Littlejohn's exhibition is a celebration of five years in Wester Ross. An appreciation of the beauty of all aspects of the splendour of Wester Ross, from its towering mountains, its charismatic scots pines, all the way through to the kelp beds that border our shores.
Museum Talk: Achtercairn Excavations
Tom Gardner
Monday 4th May, 5pm
Dr Tom Gardner, lead archaeologist for the Achtercairn Roundhouse excavations, will present an update on the project and an initial view of the findings of four seasons of excavation.
He will compare and contrast the two excavated roundhouses at Achtercairn, put them into the context of wider prehistory in northwest Scotland, provide a view of the planned (and recently published) post-excavation work, and consider future plans for archaeology based out of Gairloch Museum.
Please either contact the Museum or visit
TicketSource to book your place.
Ceilidh House Gathering
Monday 4th May
7pm - 9pm
Our Ceilidh House gatherings meet once a fortnight and are a welcoming group who enjoy making music, singing or the spoken word.
Come and sit in front of the virtual fireside, sing a song, tell a tale, read a poem, play a tune, bring your knitting or just sit back and enjoy the atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you!
Doors open at 6.30pm. £2 donation per person appreciated.
Museum Book Group
Tuesday 12th May
3.30pm & 7.30pm
Our Museum Book Group read this month is Paper Cup by Karen Campbell.
You can join our friendly group for tea, coffee, cake and lively discussion in person at the Museum at 3.30pm or online at 7.30pm via Zoom.
If you would like to take part please get in touch, either call the Museum on 01445 712 287 or email office@gairlchmuseum.org.
Moth Watch Workshop
Saturday 16th May
9am - 11.30am
Whether you're a nature newbie or a seasoned moth-lover, this is a great chance to explore the potential in your night time garden and learn great tips about how and when to see moths in the Gairloch area.
Bring your curiosity and enjoy an informal, hands-on experience with Highlife Highland Countyside Ranger, Katie Grant. We'll be checking traps set the night before to see what we can find, learning about how to handle and record the moths that are trapped, why moths are important and how you can help make your area or garden great for moths.
If you would like to take part please book via EventBrite or contact the Museum on 01445 712 287.
Ceilidh House Gathering
Monday 18th May
7pm - 9pm
Our Ceilidh House gatherings meet once a fortnight and are a welcoming group who enjoy making music, singing or the spoken word.
Come and sit in front of the virtual fireside, sing a song, tell a tale, read a poem, play a tune, bring your knitting or just sit back and enjoy the atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you!
Doors open at 6.30pm. £2 donation per person appreciated.
Gaelic Lunch ~ Lòn Gaidhlig
Friday 22nd May
1pm - 2pm
Our Gaelic lunches are a chance to speak, practice and learn Gaelic, in a relaxed and friendly social setting. Whether you are a fluent speaker, learner or beginner, all are welcome to attend our lunch gatherings. We are very grateful to Bòrd na Gaidhlig for the their support fr this event.
The lunch is free to attend, but booking is essential. Please book here.
Film Screening: Return - The 50 Year Comeback Story of White-Tailed Eagles in the UK
Friday 22nd May, 7pm
Join Senior Conservation Manager, Dr Alison MacLennan for this special screening of a documentary film by the RSPB, exploring the history and return of sea eagles to the UK.
Once a familiar sight, sea eagles disappeared and have since been reintroduced to parts of their former range. This film looks at that story, from their earlier presence to their return, and reflects on what it means for people and wildlife to share the landscape today. Largely set in the Highlands and Islands, Return offers a chance to consider different experiences and perspectives around sea eagles, and the realities of living alongside them. Please either contact the Museum or visit TicketSource to book your place.
Whatever the Weather
Wednesday 27th May
10.30pm - 3pm
Our friendly group meet every Wednesday and use Museum objects and other inspiration to aid discussion. This Wednesday, Pat Gulliver will elad a session on "Textured Landscapes". In the afternoon, we play bingo and other group games. All our activities are accessible and dementia friendly. If you need help with transport please get in touch.
For the full programme of events, see here.
Guided Walk - Kinlochewe
Thursday 28th May
3.30pm - 5.30pm
Explore Kinlochewe on foot with Liz Forrest (Gairloch Museum Board Member), uncovering the stories, past people and events that shape the village.
This guided walk takes in the main street and surrounding area, moving out towards the cemetery. The walk offers time to notice the details that are easy to miss, from familiar buildings to quieter traces of the people who have lived and worked here.
Please either contact the Museum or visit TicketSource to book your place.
Cearcall Còmhraidh
Every Friday
2pm - 3pm
Join us for these engaging Gaelic language conversation sessions aimed at both fluent speakers and learners of all ages. Using material from the Museum Collection, Bria Mason leads the conversation, helping to develop your Gaelic language skills.
School pupils are especially welcome to join, as we aim to provide students. We gratefully acknowledge the support of Bòrd na Gàidhlig in making these sessions possible.
Guided Walk - Achtercairn
Every Saturday
1.30pm - 3.30pm
Join volunteer Jeremy Fenton as he leads you round the Achtercairn Archaeology Trail. A good level of fitness is needed for the two-hour exploration of the fascinating early structures and settlements behind the Museum.This walk is free to attend, but donations are welcome.
For further details see here and to book on to this walk, please get in touch by calling 01445 712 287 or email to info@gairlochmuseum.org
This walk is free to attend but donations are greatly appreciated.