Halliwell's House Museum & Robson Gallery
Things to do in Scottish Borders
in Scotland
Description:
This museum explores and reveals the life of Selkirk through the ages. See the lives of the working people in majestic displays, follow the Time-line, find out about ‘The Souters’ and see the Flodden Flag, brought home by the only survivor from the town.
Ownership:
Scottish Borders Council
Situation – OS ref: NT 470284
How to get there:
By car:
Just off Selkirk Market Square, on the A7 between Galashiels and Hawick. Car parking nearby.
By public transport:
Regular bus services between Hawick and Galashiels via Selkirk.
Seasonal opening details:
31sr March to 31st October
Opening Hours:
April to September – Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 12 noon.
July and August – Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm. Sunday 10am to 1pm.
October – Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday 10am to 12 noon.
Exhibitions 2007
31st March to 13th May - From Primroses and Poppies to Heather and Holly - Euphen Alexander
19th May to 17th June - Rwanda - Survival Against the Odds.
23rd June to 22nd July - Impressions of the Borders - Anne Sears
28th July to 9th Spetember - Three hands - Three Generations of Art in the one family.
15th September to 28th October - Selkirk Camera Club Diamond Jubilee
Facilities:
Children’s Activity Area
Full Disabled/ Wheelchair access.
Souvenirs and books for sale.
Admission:
Free
Contact:
SBC Museums Service: Tel 01750 20096
Attached attractions:
The Robson Gallery – an exhibition of contemporary art and crafts.
Tourist Information Centre
Additional info:
VisitScotland 4 star Museum
Disabled access to Ground Floor
Web link: (where appropriate):
Places to stay nearby:
Selkirk
Local towns and villages:
- Selkirk
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