Regimental Museum of The Highlanders
(The Queen's Own Highlanders Collection)
The Museum comprises a unique collection of medals, uniforms and accoutrements, weapons, paintings and prints, colours and pipe banners, mess plate, ceramics, and other artefacts covering the history of the regiment back to 1778. The Museum also has a comprehensive library and archive collection to which researchers are welcome, and this includes original sources and published material on Fort George. The Museum publishes and sells its own regimental history books, and an extensive range of prints, postcards and other items.
Opening times
April to September: Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
October to March: Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed: Christmas - New Year
Winter Opening Times!
November, February, and March, Thursday through Saturday, 10am until 4pm, tea-room, shop, gardens, museum and films!
What's on...
The Museum plays an important role in both the past and present. The Collections and exhibits give visitors a glimpse into life in the Regiment and Aberdeenshire. The Museum also contributes to Aberdeen's present quality of life by hosting a number of special functions which are open to the public. Please click here to see a list of the upcoming special events.
How to find us
The Museum is located in Viewfield Road, off Queens Road the Highland Tourist Route in and out of Aberdeen. It is very near the Anderson Drive / Queens Road roundabout and signposted from there. There is car parking in the grounds, and further parking 300 yards down the road at Johnston Gardens.
Disabled Access…
The Museum is accessible to disabled visitors, and Museum staff will be happy to assist if required. There is a hearing loop for the hard of hearing in the AV Room.
Opening Times...
First Tuesday in April - Last Sunday in October
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:30 - 16:30
Sunday: 12:30 - 16:30
(Last admission 4.00p.m.)
Monday: Closed
November , February, and March
New Extended Hours!
Thursday-Saturday, 10am-4pm