Ethiopian Shield taken from the Battle of MaqdalaThe Highlanders’ Museum This object helps us understand Scotland’s role in the British Empire. Many museums contain objects that were collected in circumstances not considered acceptable by today’s...
Advocate’s WigCromarty Courthouse This object gives us an insight into changing fashions. Wigs were first worn during the reign of King Charles II when they were essential for members of polite society, including judges and lawyers. Whilst the fashion for...
Prison Keys Cromarty Courthouse These prison keys have a ‘Naval patrol house’ label. They give us an insight into events in Cromarty during World War One. In 1914, the ground floor of the Courthouse, including the prison cells, was requisitioned by the Royal Navy as...
