Annan Museum

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Opening Times
Open Monday - Saturday,
11 - 4pm (please note the museum may be closed during exhibition changeovers)

> Fully accessible to wheelchairs.

> Children always welcome.

> Group bookings welcome.

Please see press for additional events throughout the year.

Location Details
The Annan Museum is conveniently placed in the centre of Annan, just off the High Street. It is 3 minutes walk from the train station and 5 minutes walk from the main bus stop.

From Dumfries drive into town and turn right at the town centre traffic lights. The museum is on your left and free car parks can be found throughout the town.

Contact Details
Annan Museum, Bank Street, Annan DG12 6AA
T: 01461 201384
E: anne.ramsbottom@dumgal.gov.uk

ANNAN MUSEUM exhibitions 2012 (entrance to all exhibitions is free):

Create and Craft Events
FREE hands-on workshops for children will be available during the spring holidays. More information HERE nearer the time.

Our Friends – A Celebration

2 April – 28 April
The Friends of Annandale and Eskdale Museums is 20 years old this year. This exhibition celebrates all their work and achievements. Come and join our month long party with a range of events for adults and children.

Beholding Beauty

4 May – 29 May
A double exhibition combining work by local photographers with an exhibition of Wemys Ware. A must see for all lovers of beautiful things.

Going for Gold – an Olympic exhibition

2 June – 1 September
An exciting child-friendly exhibition. The History of the Olympics from Greek gods to modern athletes and an interactive exhibition on the human body. Hands-on and fun, not to be missed.

Summer Events

Family fun days and special events throughout the summer - more information HERE nearer the time.

Fabulous Finds – Dumfries and Galloway Archaeology Uncovered.

8 September – 27 October
A glittering exhibition of recent archaeological finds from across Dumfries and Galloway.

St Andrews holiday events and Christmas crafts

Schools and group bookings welcome anytime throughout the year.

The Annan Museum also houses a permanent exhibition on the history of Annan. Thanks to a generous grant from the National Lottery the Annan Museum refurbished the permanent exhibition in 2008. It displays more of the town's collection including costume, photographs and the town regalia.

This fascinating walk through time, from stone age technology to nuclear fusion, includes interactives and children's activities. It is open to the public during normal hours, but is available to group/coach bookings anytime.