Highland Folk Museum

Museum Overview

The Highland Folk Museum is located in Newtonmore in the Scottish Highlands. At the museum you can step back in time and experience life in the Highlands from the 1700s to the 1950s. It was Britain’s very first open-air museum.

On-site there are over 35Historical, buildings for you to explore and discover. You can learn how people once lived, worked, went to school and enjoyed their leisure time.

You will learn how homes were once built, how they dressed and more in the one-mile-long, 80-acre site. Live actors and restored buildings help bring Highland history to life. It is located in a beautiful setting and is home to red squirrels. Families can spend a number of hours on-site exploring the museum. There is a picnic area plus play areas, a cafe and shops.

Further Information Highland Folk Museum

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe serving food and drinks. You are welcome to picnic outdoors.

What are the main things to do?

An open-air museum where you can experience life in the Highlands from the 1700s to the 1950s. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

Entrance is free, donations are welcome.

Is there parking?

There is free parking.

When are they open?

They are open from early April until October. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.

Dog friendly?

Only assistance dogs are permitted.

Are they accessible?

Please contact the venue.