West Highland Museum
Fort William
Situated in the High Street in the heart of the historic town of Fort William, The West Highland Museum’s collections tell the story of the region and its history.
Our most renowned and unusual collection relates to Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite cause. But we also hold a wealth of curious and fascinating collections relating to less well-known aspects of the lives of the people of the West Highlands, from the effects of political warfare, to the economic impact of tourism in the region, and the coming of the industrial and modern age.
School Visits
Whether you want to plan a self-led visit to the museum to explore our collection or whether you would like to book a facilitated session, our museum staff/volunteers look forward to welcoming you.
Whatever your plans, please contact our museum team in advance to book and make sure you get the most out of your visit.
Virtual Visits
Too far away to visit?
Budget restraints making travel to venues difficult?
Don’t worry! While our museum can’t currently facilitate online workshops, there are still other ways we can bring our knowledge and collections into your classroom so please email our museum team for more information.
Family Visits
Families with children of all ages can enjoy a range of museum activities and experience our collections in a safe environment.
To find our what activities and facilities are currently available email our museum team via our website.
Digital Activities, Downloads & Resources
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Where We Are
Cameron Square, Fort William PH33 6AJ : Open 7 days a week from 10am – 4pm (last entry 3.15pm)