Gateway to the Glens Museum
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Gateway to the Glens Museum
Gateway to the Glens Museum
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ANGUSalive’s Gateway to the Glens Museum is situated in Kirriemuir Town House, a building that has been at the heart of Kirriemuir since its construction in 1604. The Museum opened in 2001 after the building was carefully restored and conserved. Here at Kirriemuir Gateway to the Glens Museum, local people and visitors to the town can discover the unique atmosphere of historic Kirriemuir and the splendour of the Angus Glens. Stepping through the door, visitors experience a vivid introduction to the history, culture and natural environment of ‘Kirrie’ and the western Angus glens, with recordings of local people, computer interactives and permanent displays. Illustrated talks and children’s events complement and develop the variety of temporary displays that take place throughout the year.
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BangkokScotsman
Bangkok4 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
A miniature museum gem in the heart of Kirriemuir. Here history, wildlife, Peter Pan and JM Barrie, and even AC/DC are displayed side by side. All the exhibits are described well and there are also free brochures with additional information. Even the history of the museum building itself is fascinating and there’s a lovely model showing how the area around it would have looked when it was first built. And there’s a charming little square in front of the museum with a statue of Peter Pan.
Written 21 July 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Kirriemuir certainly does have a lot of interesting things to do. We look forward to welcoming you again.
Written 3 August 2022
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Valerie M
Castleford, UK3 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Called in today on our tour of Scotland. The museum was free and really worth a visit. The lady was very helpful and went above and beyond to make our visit more knowledgable. The Bon Scott collection was good and the JM Barrie part was also very interesting. Really worth a visit.
Written 8 June 2023
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Thank you very much for your lovely review of Kirriemuir Gateway to the Glens Museum. We hope you enjoy the rest of your visit to Scotland.
Written 9 June 2023
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Angus Burnett Ewart
Kirriemuir, UK1,997 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
Unusually, in a rainy Kirriemuir, I was at a loose end, having parked in Bank Street ... soon to be bank-less. I had driven to town to post a larger-than-small-type card that required postmaster inspection. That done, I realised the balance of my half-hour free-to-park time might allow me a browse around the most wonderful creatively-curated museum tucked in the 'Gateway to The Glens' building ... the former 'Toon Hoose' on the High street. A fine historical landmark four-hundred-years-old pile, in tip-top order, it's an absolute treat to enter as the ladies on duty can do no more than they do to make a visitor feel welcome and unhurried. I just caught Michael Visocchi's photography exhibits and went on to admire the old town centre mock-up, once again. My interest in paintings drew me to some recent exhibits of Old Kirrie by Ryle Smith and the Edmund Caswell works, Dave Robertson's and Bob Reid's artistic efforts. Plenty stuff on famous Kirriemarians, Sir J. M. Barrie and AC/DC's Bon Scott, Sir Hugh Munro of mountaineering interest and Charles Lyell of Kinnordy, the Giant of Geology, the musical Camerons and the Victoria Cross (can I say?) 'triplets'. Oh, and did you know that Kirriemuir's very own Peter Hood, in the early part of the nineteenth century, invented that now redundant but (for more than a hundred and fifty years) indispensible machine ... The Typewriter?
All in all, what a charming wee museum, fit for purpose ... and more. If you find yoursel' strolling through Kirrie ... And Many (like the great Australian writer and actor, W. S. Percy) Do ... check out this small but truly Big Attraction.
All in all, what a charming wee museum, fit for purpose ... and more. If you find yoursel' strolling through Kirrie ... And Many (like the great Australian writer and actor, W. S. Percy) Do ... check out this small but truly Big Attraction.
Written 21 November 2018
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Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed review of Angus Alive's Gateway to the Glens museum. It never ceases to amaze me that so many influential and highly regarded folk hailed from Kirrie.
We look forward to welcoming you on your next visit.
Written 23 November 2018
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WendyG17
Kirriemuir, UK39 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
Very interesting, highly informative museum - small but perfectly formed! Incredibly helpful and knowledgeable assistants on hand to answer all questions about Kirriemuir and the nearby Angus Glens.
Written 25 November 2013
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Bill M
Romford, UK98 contributions
Oct 2013 • Family
Really enjoyed our visit here. Friendly, relaxed, not crowded, and a range of interesting things to look at. Liked the Bon Scott small exhibition - hope they can raise enough money for a stutue of him in the town.
Written 6 November 2013
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Jill B
Stirling, UK261 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Really informative small local museum featuring lots of information and artefacts about the town and it's history. Very helpful staff. Great collection of Bon Scott memorabilia.
Written 22 August 2019
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Thank you JillAdventures for your review following a recent visit. For a small town, Kirriemuir has had an interesting past.
Written 23 August 2019
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Borderlassie
Scottish Borders11 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
Visited this museum as part of four days in Kirriemuir revisiting the town of my childhood (now in my 70s!). The Museum assistant, Jen Faalconer was exceptional both in her welcome and enthusiasm to ensure you enjoyed your visit. This small museum has much of interest about the Town, its history and information on places to visit to keep you busy over a few days. Part of the museum is set up to celebrate the life of AC/DC front man Bon Scott who was born in Kirriemuir. On display was a class photograph of his first day at school.....and to my complete surprise I found myself on that photo. I was so excited and Jen was delighted that I was able to help with some of the names of others in the photo! She printed me a copy........and my family of boys who were all AC/DC fans are loving the connection! Thanks to all who shared in my excitement! Great wee museum!
Written 31 July 2017
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Thank you for your review Borderlassie. We're so glad that you enjoyed your visit and are very grateful for your help with the names for Bon Scott's class photo. What a lovely surprise all round! Jen is on her holidays just now, but I'll be sure to pass on your warm words to her. We hope to see you again soon.
Written 1 August 2017
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e_halmac
Auchtermuchty, UK42 contributions
My fave things in the Museum are:
- the lovely staff, who are very helpful
- the diorama (look out for the cheeky bottom!)
- the local natural history exhibit (I do like a well stuffed bit of taxidermy)
The temporary exhibitions are away really interesting, and the windows outside are worth a peek too!
- the lovely staff, who are very helpful
- the diorama (look out for the cheeky bottom!)
- the local natural history exhibit (I do like a well stuffed bit of taxidermy)
The temporary exhibitions are away really interesting, and the windows outside are worth a peek too!
Written 20 February 2015
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ChasRab
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom50 contributions
Sept 2013 • Couples
Wasn't sure what to expect and was pleasantly surprised. Set in a lovely old, small building there is lots to see and plenty of interest. High focus on J M Barrie and lots on former industry and ways of life. Pleasant, friendly and helpful staff. Only moan would be dated, clumsy and clunky touchscreen system!
Written 29 September 2013
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Scottish Traveller
Dundee7 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
Liked the variety of items. It was a wee find which we didn't plan on visiting. Only popped in because it was raining! Glad we did. Staff friendly and knowledgable.
Written 21 September 2013
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