Banff Museum
Banff Museum
A local museum with material relating to the social and natural history of the town
A local museum with material relating to the social and natural history of the town and immediate district. Collections include scientific instruments which belonged to the astronomer James Ferguson and the natural history collection of Thomas Edward.
One of Scotland's oldest Museums, founded in 1828. See an electro-type copy of the Deskford Carnyx, a unique 2,000-year-old war trumpet, as well as:
- Nationally-important collections of Banff silver
- Astronomy - James Ferguson 'The Banff Astronomer'
- Taxidermy
Venue Category:
Museums
Associated Organisation:
Activities provided:
Archaeology
Archive and Library
Environment
Exhibitions
Guided Tour
Nature Trail
Workshops
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Citizenship
History
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Science
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
High Street
Banff
Aberdeenshire
AB45 1AE
Venue Contact Number:
01771 622906