museum in Shetland

If the World Wars are one of your interests, this is the place for you. Andy Robertson founded a small collection of medals in 1978 and the collection has had such a vast multiplication that it b…

Shetland Museum and Archives is the cultural, heritage and social hub for the islands. The iconic building sits on historic Hay's Dock and houses over 6000 years of history in the fascinating gal…

Our museum tells the story of Scalloway and its people from the earliest settlers right up to Scalloway's position in the present day. The jewel in the crown of the museum's displays is the secti…

The Bressay Heritage Centre houses an extensive archive of material relating to the island’s history through photographs, maps, geneaology, etc. Annual summer Exhibitions provide visitors with th…

Housed at the Böd of Gremista, the Shetland Textile Museum is a vibrant centre of Shetland’s textile culture and heritage.

The Crofthouse Museum is a mid-nineteenth century Shetland croft which was lived in until the late 60s. A typical family unit included Grandparents, parents and children. The sea, not the land, w…

sits on the restored historic Hay's Dock in Lerwick, providing a gateway from which to explore Shetland's rich heritage and culture

Get a taste of the amazing prehistoric and Norse settlements discovered at Jarlshof and what they tell us about the people who lived at this single site. Contact us today for more information.

Finest local produce and stunning views to accompany your meal

Very pleasant B&B accommodation. Ideal scenic location overlooking Mousa, interesting walking areas, near to Hoswick Visitor Centre and tea rooms. On route to Jarlshof, Old Scatness, Crofthouse M…