Museums

Venues, museum events, the Museum Collection, group visits and learning in museums and opportunities to get involved.

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We look forward to welcoming you!

We have four museums and support two community museums across the region, offering engaging ways to explore East Lothian’s heritage and history. 

If you’re interested in industrial and social history, Prestongrange Museum tells the stories of Scotland's industrial heritage in the wildlife haven of Prestongrange Heritage Park and can be paired with visits to Musselburgh Museum or the John Gray Centre Museum in Haddington.

Fans of conservation pioneer John Muir will enjoy his birthplace in Dunbar, which can be combined with the historic Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery or the Coastal Communities Museum in North Berwick.

East Lothian’s towns and villages are picturesque, with unique shops, cafés and restaurants. Our knowledgeable staff are always happy to share local insights.

The region’s landscape between the Firth of Forth coast and the Lammermuir Hills has attracted settlers since early times. Visitors can enjoy a wealth of heritage attractions, including museums, galleries, castles and churches. More information is available on the Visit East Lothian website.

Venues

All our museums are free to visit. Plan your visit and check the opening hours.

What's on in museums

All of our museums offer a varied programme of events, exhibitions and activities throughout their open season.

About us

East Lothian is a beautiful area steeped in history. We have four fascinating museums in East Lothian and we support two community museums.

Get involved

Find out about ways to support your local museums inluding volunteering and job vacancies.

Museums Contact Information

Email

Email
elms@eastlothian.gov.uk

Address

Address

East Lothian Council Museums Service
Library and Museums HQ
Dunbar Road
Haddington
EH41 3PJ
United Kingdom