Museums & archives
Argyll is home to brilliant museums where you’ll discover the rich and fascinating history of Argyll.
You may also wish to explore the historic development and local people of Argyll & the Isles.
Research your family history in local libraries at Dunoon, Tarbert, Campbeltown, Lochgilphead and Oban.
Local archives and genealogical resources can also be found throughout the area.
Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre
This centre, dedicated to celebrating and recognising Gaelic language and culture at the heart of Lismore, has been created by volunteers. The eco-friendly b...
Lismore
Isle of Lismore
PA34 5UL
Tel: 01631 760030
Bonawe Historic Iron Furnace
Imagine the heat and noise of Bonawe! Founded in 1753, it ceased firing in the 1870s. Today, you can see displays of how pig iron was made, as well as cannon...
Taynuilt
Argyll
PA35 1JQ
Tel: 01866 822 432
Inveraray Jail
Experience the true stories of what life was like in Inveraray Jail for the men, women and children – some as young as seven – who were tried and locked up h...
Inveraray Jail
Church Square
Inveraray
Argyll
PA32 8TX
Tel: 01499 302381
Tarbert Life
Welcome to the online home of Tarbert Life. Here, you can enjoy stepping into the past and discovering more about Tarbert’s royal roots, following the genera...
Tarbert Life
Tarbert
Historic Kilmun
Historic Kilmun is a 19th-century church building sited next to a Medieval tower. Now owned by a charity, the venue is available for exclusive hire. In addit...
Kilmun
Dunoon
Argyll
PA23 8SE
Tel: 07887 856514
Mount Stuart Trust
Mount Stuart features magnificent Victorian Gothic architecture and design together with contemporary craftsmanship. The house is surrounded by extensive gro...
Mount Stuart
Isle of Bute
PA20 9LR
Tel: +44 (0) 1700 503877
Campbeltown Museum
Campbeltown Museum tells the story of Kintyre through its collection of archaeology, fine art, natural sciences, and social history. Highlights include a Bro...
Shore Street
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6BS
Walk Wild Scotland
Join one of our small group guided walking holidays exploring Scotland’s wild and stunning landscapes and secret places off the beaten track. Discover its wi...
16 Jellicoe Avenue
Gartmore
FK8 3RQ
Tel: 07748626156
