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Discover Royal Highland Fusiliers Regimental Museum
Established in 1959, our museum serves as a custodian of military heritage, preserving the legacy of The Royal Highland Fusiliers through extensive collections of uniforms, medals, and historical artifacts. Our institution was formed by the amalgamation of the Royal Scots Fusiliers and the Highland Light Infantry, tracing its roots back to 1678. Located in Glasgow's historic Thomas Annan building, we offer free public access to galleries showcasing centuries of Scottish military history. Our educational programs engage visitors of all ages with interactive experiences, including uniform dressing stations and medal design workshops. The museum's temporary exhibitions, such as 'Beyond the Ribbon: The Legacy of Military Decorations', provide deeper insights into specific historical narratives.We maintain regular operating hours Tuesday to Friday, with extended Saturday openings during summer months. Our collections span from the 18th century to modern times, featuring unique items like a braille-inscribed cigarette case and the Anderson Cross. As a registered charity (SC045834), we rely on visitor support and volunteer contributions to maintain our educational mission. Our venue hosts regular talks and events exploring military history, including discussions on Victoria Cross recipients. Through digital resources and physical exhibits, we ensure accessibility to both academic researchers and casual visitors interested in Scotland's military past.
Services
Museum Exhibits
Educational Programs
Temporary Exhibitions
Family Activities
Historical Research
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer free access to Scotland's military heritage collections
- Our interactive exhibits engage visitors of all ages with history
- We host unique temporary exhibitions exploring military decorations
- Our educational programs include hands-on historical experiences
- We maintain a comprehensive archive for military history research
Services
Museum Exhibits
Our permanent exhibits showcase centuries of Scottish military history with authentic uniforms, medals, and artifacts. Visitors explore regimental stories from 1678 to modern times through curated displays in Glasgow's historic Thomas Annan building. The collection includes unique items like the Anderson Cross and braille-inscribed cigarette case, offering tangible connections to military heritage.
Educational Programs
We provide hands-on educational experiences for schools and families, including uniform dressing stations and medal design workshops. Our programs align with national curriculum requirements while making military history accessible to all ages. Digital resources complement physical visits, supporting both formal education and personal interest in Scottish regiments.
Temporary Exhibitions
Our rotating exhibitions explore specific aspects of military history, such as 'Beyond the Ribbon: The Legacy of Military Decorations'. These curated displays examine themes like the disparity between different campaign medals, offering deeper insights into historical recognition systems. Exhibitions run seasonally with accompanying lecture programs.
Family Activities
We offer engaging family-friendly activities including period uniform dressing stations and regimental story discovery sessions. These interactive elements allow visitors to physically connect with history through costume try-ons and tactile exhibits. Designed for both children and adults, these activities make military history accessible and memorable.
Historical Research
Our collections support academic and personal research into Scottish military history, with archives documenting regiments from 1678 onwards. Researchers access original documents, photographs, and service records through our dedicated facilities. The museum's resources complement broader historical studies while maintaining focus on the Royal Highland Fusiliers' unique legacy.
Questions
What are the museum's opening hours?
We're open Tuesday-Friday 10:00-15:30 and selected Saturdays during summer. Check our website for specific dates.
Is there an admission charge?
Entry to our permanent collections is completely free, though special events may require advance booking.
What family-friendly activities do you offer?
We provide uniform dressing stations, medal design workshops, and interactive exhibits suitable for all ages.
How can I access research materials?
Our archives are available by appointment for academic and personal research into Scottish military history.
What's the museum's historical significance?
We preserve the legacy of regiments formed between 1678 and 1959, housed in Glasgow's historic Thomas Annan building since 1960.
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Reviews (6)
G.
Nov 09, 2020
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I took part in a tour of their museum and I must say it was thoroughly enjoyable, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and took his time to go over everything in the tour. I am certainly planning to go back and do another tour in the future. Thank you for a fantastic immersive experience tour.
Mariner
Sep 26, 2020
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Great place to see if you are interested in history . Wonderful exhibits. Shop with unique souvenirs.
Stephen Bernard
Jan 05, 2020
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Brilliant friendly atmosphere, a wee bit of Scottish Military History. Well worth visiting if you have an interest in Scottish Highland Infantry History.
Vicky Clarke
Nov 30, 2019
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Huge collection of army memorabilia, you'll never see it all in the first visit! Definitely worth checking out if you're a history buff
Janice Meikleham
Oct 17, 2019
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Great exhibits from the likes of the Crimean and 1st and 2nd World Wars. Many personal items with background stories. Very helpful assistants and pocket money toys , souvenirs and handcrafted jewellery to buy
Robert Boyle
Sep 14, 2019
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As Glaswegian living abroad I was surprised to see that the old recruiting office had been turned into a museum. The young lady at the reception was very helpful and was obviously interested in her work and… spoke enthusiastically about the museum. The exhibits were very interesting. However...the displays were very badly lit and difficult to enjoy. I would recommend it but...take a torch.
