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Ullapool Museum: Discover Local History & Heritage
Ullapool Museum, established in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, has been dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history and heritage of Lochbroom since 1998. Our museum offers an immersive journey through time, with exhibits spanning crofting traditions, maritime history, Gaelic culture, and the transformative impact of the British Fisheries Society on Ullapool's development. Housed in a Category A listed building, originally designed by Thomas Telford, we combine architectural significance with engaging displays such as the story of the migrant ship Hector and the Klondykers' era.Our team of experts and volunteers provides specialized genealogy services, extensive research facilities, and family-friendly activities, including interactive exhibits and educational programs. We maintain a commitment to accessibility, Fair Work principles, and community engagement through volunteer opportunities and fundraising initiatives. With both physical and digital collections, we serve local visitors and global researchers alike, ensuring Ullapool's history remains accessible to future generations.
Services
Historical Exhibitions
Genealogy Research
Family Activities
Online Collections
Educational Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Fundraising Events
Membership Program
Archival Access
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer access to a Category A listed historic building with unique architectural significance.
- Our family-friendly activities include interactive exhibits and educational programs for all ages.
- We provide specialized genealogy services and extensive research facilities for local history.
- Our online collections make regional heritage accessible to global researchers and enthusiasts.
- We maintain a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement initiatives.
Services
Historical Exhibitions
Explore Ullapool's rich heritage through our curated exhibitions featuring maritime history, crofting traditions, and Gaelic culture. Discover artifacts like the Melville pistols and ship models in our Grade A listed building. Our displays connect local history to global narratives through stories like the Hector's 1773 voyage to Nova Scotia.
Genealogy Research
Access specialized genealogy services tracing family connections to Lochbroom. Utilize our extensive archives including census records, Kirk Session documents, and emigration testimonies. Our volunteers assist with global family history research through both physical and digitizing collections.
Family Activities
Engage children with interactive learning through dressing-up, quizzes, and village-building activities. Our Kids in Museums Manifesto commitment ensures family-friendly experiences that make local history accessible and enjoyable for all ages during visits.
Online Collections
Explore our collections remotely via digital catalogues featuring oral histories, ship records, and historical documents. This expanding resource provides global access to Lochbroom's heritage, including rare materials like Prisoner of War letters and Klondyker testimonies.
Community Engagement
Participate in our Fair Work First initiatives through volunteering opportunities in curation, event organization, and heritage preservation. Contribute skills in photography, exhibition design, or local history while supporting museum operations and community connections.
Questions
What are Ullapool Museum's opening hours?
We open daily from 11:00-16:00 (12:00-16:00 Sundays) from March 31st to October 31st annually.
Is Ullapool Museum accessible for visitors with disabilities?
Yes, we maintain accessibility policies with detailed information available on our dedicated Access Page.
Can I bring my dog to the museum?
We welcome dogs but ask for one-at-a-time visits due to building size, with occasional short waits possible.
Are there online collections available?
Yes, our digital catalogues provide global access to maritime records, crofting history, and cultural artifacts.
How is the museum funded?
We rely on visitor admissions, memberships, shop sales, and community fundraising initiatives to support operations.
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Reviews (4)
Oatmilkdylan
Dec 15, 2021
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Such a great space with lots of information about the area. It's all very cozy and natural. It doesn't take long to read all the boards, yet I truly enjoyed my time in the museum
M. B.
Jun 13, 2021
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Amazing little museum, well worth the 5 entry fee. Learned about the listed church building that was built following an act of parliament, then about Scottish Presbyterians, crofting, emigration, and the klondykers :)
Steve Curl
Jun 12, 2021
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OK but a bit limited in scope; receptionist very friendly and chatty. Not sure quite how the BLM area fitted in with Ullapool and it's history
Sharon Fraser
Jan 09, 2020
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Brilliant local museum. We have literally spent hours trawling through their family history records. Make sure you dropby! Staff are fantastic!
