Commemorative Pocket WatchThe Highlander’s Museum During the early twentieth century, pocket watches were the height of fashion for the upper classes. They were not new – this portable way to tell the time had actually been invented as early as 1510. From...
Hugh Miller Medal Cromarty Courthouse This medal gives us an insight into the interests and schooldays of George Innes, a Cromarty resident who went on to pursue a long career in education and civic affairs. It was awarded at Cromarty School for an essay on geology in...
Portrait of Barbara Fairweather Glencoe Folk Museum This portrait depicts the co-founder of the Glencoe Folk Museum, Miss Barbara Fairweather, MBE, seated with a cat on her lap at her home. It was painted by artist Phoebe Isabel Barrow (b.1930) who was also a trustee...
Victoria Cross belonging to Sergeant Alexander Edwards The Highlander’s Museum The Victoria Cross is the most prestigious award in the British Army, and is given for exceptional bravery in the presence of the opposition. This Victoria Cross was awarded to...
Medals Awarded to Janet Adams The Highlander’s Museum These medals were awarded to Janet Adams MBE, who served in the International Red Cross for over twenty years. The humanitarian organisation was founded to protect human life and alleviate suffering. She was...
