The Isle of Arran Heritage Museum is open March 19th – October 26th 2025.

he Isle of Arran Heritage Museum, founded in 1976 (open to the public in 1979) is on the main road, at Rosaburn, just north of Brodick, on the beautiful island of Arran, Scotland. Originally the site of a small school, the present group of buildings were a croft and smiddy, and include a farmhouse, cottage, bothy, milk house, laundry, stable, coach house and harness room. The exhibits reflect the social history, archaeology and geology of the island. The museum is run by 34 volunteers, who generously give their time to make your visit as enjoyable and interesting as possible.

Treat yourself to an optional audiotour (English only at the moment) for £3 plus £1 for earphones (to keep).

Adults can pursue an interest in the past or simply indulge in their nostalgia.
Children visiting the HERITAGE MUSEUM can enjoy the many “hands on” exhibits and school parties are welcomed.
Families enjoy the beautiful museum gardens and a picnic at the Rosaburn while watching the ducks.
Café Rosaburn offers a selection of light meals and snacks, or you may picnic in our riverside gardens.
Gift Shop – we have well stocked shop, where you can buy Arran books, gifts, sweets and ice cream.

The Museum is enjoyed by young and old alike, so come along and see us soon.

Pop up Exhibitions 2025

Times. 10.30am — 4pm
In the Garden Room
No extra charge -normal museum admission applies.
A pop-up-pound or donation would be appreciated.

• Transport: March 19th – April 21st 2025
• WRI: June 6th – 15th 2025
• Arran and the World Wars: 14th August – October 26th 2025

Pop ups will be closed Wednesdays 12-2pm, and during Tuesday Talks.

Tuesday Talks 2025

A series of talks on various aspects of Arran, fortnightly on Tuesdays.
Held in the Garden Room commencing 1.30 pm.

No extra charge – Normal museum admission applies

Tickets on the day – Limited numbers – Come early

Click here for dates, speakers list and topics!

Special Event Days 2025

• Sunday 8th June: Craft Day
• Sunday 22nd June: Motorcycle Day
• Sunday 27th July: Children’s Day
• Sunday 10th August: Tractor Day

More dates for your diary.

Every Thursday in July & August
The Spinners and Weavers group will be demonstrating their skills

News

Our Winter Project

We’ve had an exciting time this winter at Arran Heritage Museum!
With help from the Ayrshire Rural and Islands Ambitions Fund we’ve been making some updates at the museum.
The Fund has helped us with the following:

• Updating our ICT equipment
• Restocking necessary Archival equipment
• New Genealogy software
• New DIY equipment
• Purchasing of materials for a shelter which our volunteers are building to help preserve some of our outdoor equipment

The aim of this project is to contribute to the longevity of the museum and its collections. Some of this work is still in progress but we hope to finish soon!

We’re also grateful to the ARIA Fund for Community Asset Maintenance which has helped us do a detailed listed building survey at the museum.
Furthermore it allows us to create a sinking fund in case of any future large scale expenses.
This essential work helps us better understand, plan, and care for our historic buildings for future generations.