Perth & Kinross

Scotland

Alyth Museum

Commercial Street, Alyth
Tel: 01738 632488    Fax: 01738 443505
E-mail: museum@pkc.gov.uk

Alyth Museum is located in the old Boy’s Brigade Hall and served latterly as a library. Its collections were originally formed by an informal group of local people in the 20th century. In the late 1970s they were transferred to Perth & Kinross District Council under a cypres scheme. The collections are particularly strong in local history, domestic and agricultural implements and artefacts connected with life in and around Alyth, mostly in the 19th century. There is also a small display on local 18th century inventor James Sandy who developed a concealed hinge for snuffboxes. In addition he is remembered for making artificial limbs, false teeth and musical instruments. Amongst other popular exhibits are a display of 19th Century Staffordshire pottery flatbacks and the famous Blairgowrie drunks’ cart. This was used in the 19th century to wheel home those who had enjoyed too much of the local hospitality!

Atholl Country Life Museum

Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH18 5SP
Tel: 01796 481232

This unique and lively museum gives an atmosphere of vivid reality to country life and the social history of the Atholl people using detailed facts, historical photos and stories set in a wide range of imaginative displays. Local people have given generously of their time and talents and the collection has been much enhanced by donations of artefacts and photographs.

Perth Museum And Art Gallery

George Street, Perth, PH1 5LB
Tel: 01738 632488    Fax: 01738 443505
E-mail: museum@pkc.gov.uk

An exciting look at the natural and social history of Perthshire, housed in one of Britain's oldest museums. Our collections cover silver, glass, art, human history, archaeology, geology and natural history.

Glenlyon Gallery

Boltachan, By Aberfeldy, Perthshire, PH15 2LB
Tel: 01887 866260

The Glenlyon Gallery specialises in original paintings and limited edition prints by Alan B Hayman of landscape, seascape, wildlife, and fieldsports. Bird sculptures by the same artist are also for sale.

Clan Donnachaidh Museum

Clan Donnachaidh Centre Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH18 5TW
Tel: 01796 483338    Fax: 01796 483338
E-mail: clandonnachaidh@compuserve.com

The Museum tells the story of Scottish History through the life of the clansmen whilst interpreting Highland Perthshire in the large etched-copper wall map. (There are also genealogy resources, for the Clan). A programme of enactment and reconstruction is developing , including activities such as making chain mail and experiencing the traditional weapons of the clansman.

Museum of Abernethy

Mornington Stables, School Wynd, Abernethy, Perthshire, PH2 9JJ
Tel: 01738 850889
E-mail: secretary@abernethymuseum.free-online.co.uk

The Museum of Abernethy was opened in May 2000. The building, which stands within the lands of the old Culdees monastery, dates from the 18th century. Originally consisting of a byre, stable and cattle rede, it was renovated during the 1990s to house the Museum. In keeping with the aim of preserving the building's heritage, some of the original features, such as the internal stone walls and an area of cobbled floor, have been left visible. In addition to mounting exhibitions, the museum is also collecting artefacts relating to the history of the parish, recording the memories of local inhabitants, and building a photographic record of the village, its inhabitants and their various occupations.

Heatheryford Art Gallery

Heatheryford, Kinross, Perthshire, KY13 0NQ
Tel: 01577 864212    Fax: 01577 864920

Country restaurant with fine views, peaceful, artistic setting, within sight not sound of the motorway, 3 fishing lochans, en-suite accommodation, detached cottage, craft/art exhibit, Glasgow/St Andrews 40 minutes, Edinburgh/Perth nearby.

The Black Watch Regimental Museum

Balhousie Castle Hay Street, Perth, PH1 5HR
Tel: 0131 310 8530    Fax: 01738 643245

The Museum is laid our chronologically in 7 rooms within the Castle. These display an amazing variety of artefacts illustrating the history of the Regiment as well as a fine collection of pictures. Because of the nature of the building disabled access is limited but in the process of being improved with the re-development of the Museum.

The Fergusson Gallery

Marshall Place, Perth, PH2 8NU
Tel: 01738 441944    Fax: 01738 621152
E-mail: museum@pkc.gov.uk

Gallery devoted to the work of the 20th century Scottish colourist J D Fergusson. The Fergusson Gallery is currently closed for building restoration until it's reopening early in 2005. The collection can be seen at Perth Museum & Art Gallery.

The Atholl Gallery

6 Atholl Street, Dunkeld, Perthshire, PH8 0AR
Tel: 01350 728855    Fax: 01577 840636
E-mail: mackay@athollgallery.co.uk

The Gallery holds exhibitions throughout the year of paintings by Scottish based artists and has a continuous display of crafts, including ceramics, sculptures (ceramic, bronze and wood), jewellery, silver and glass ware.

Scottish and Southern Energy Visitor Centre

Pitlochry Power Station, Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH16 5BX
Tel: 01796 473152

Situated within picturesque Pitlochry Power Station, the Centre features interactive exhibits tracing the history of hydro generation in Scotland from its origins in the 1940s to its current £250m refurbishment programme. There are also opportunities to design your own power station and find out how to help the environment by saving energy.

Perthshire Visitor Centre

Bankfoot, Perth, PH1 4EB
Tel: 01738 787696    Fax: 01738 787120
E-mail: wilson@macbeth.co.uk

Macbeth experience audio visual presentation showing comparison between Shakespeare's Macbeth and the real Scottish king extensive gift shop and restaurant.

Breadalbane Folklore Centre

Falls of Dochart, Killin, Perthshire, FK21 8XE
Tel: 01567 820254    Fax: 01567 820764
E-mail: killin@aillst.ossian.net

Overlooking the beautiful Falls of Dochart, the Centre gives a fascinating insight into the legends of Breadalbane - Scotland's "high country". Learn of the magical deeds of St Fillan and hear tales of mystical giants, traditional folklore and clan history. Housed in historic St. Fillans Mill which features a restored waterwheel. Tourist Information and gift shop.

Scottish Crannog Centre

Kenmore, Loch Tay, Aberfeldy, Perthshire, PH15 2HY
Tel: 01887 830583    Fax: 01887 830876
E-mail: info@crannog.co.uk

Find living history from discoveries underwater at Scotland's only authentic recreation of a Celtic loch-dwelling. Artefacts, wet-tanks, video, ancient crafts, friendly staff and personal attention bring the past to life.