Annan Museum - About Annan - Annan Online

Annan Museum - About Annan - Annan Online
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Annan Museum
This family friendly museum houses a permanent exhibition on the
history of Annan and the surrounding area.
A fascinating
journey through time takes visitors from the prehistoric period
up to the era of nuclear fission. Displays include costume,
First World War memorabilia, town regalia and a remarkable
collection of paintings depicting Annan and the Solway shore. Look out for a 4000 year old Bronze Age burial urn, mummified
baby crocodiles and the 110 year old piece of chocolate!
The
museum also hosts a lively programme of special exhibitions
and events throughout the season, together with visitor
information and a shop stocking pocket money buys as well as local history books and greetings cards by local artists.
Opening Times
Open until 31 October,
11am - 4pm, Monday - Saturday.
Open for special events during the winter season.
Museum re-opens for the spring season on
1 April.
- Fully accessible to wheelchairs.
- Children always welcome.
- Group bookings welcome
Contact the museum
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April to October, Tel: 01461 201384
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November to March, Tel: 01387 253374
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annan.museum@dumgal.gov.uk
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Annan Museum, Bank Street, Annan DG12 6AA
Location
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 a free car parks can be found throughout
the town.