Stromness Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on a narrow, flagstone-paved street in the heart of Stromness, this museum feels like stepping into the town's attic. It’s a wonderfully dense and creaky-floored place that has been gathering the stories of Orkney for generations. You won't find sterile glass boxes here; instead, it's a captivating jumble of natural history specimens, maritime relics, and everyday objects that tell a rich, local story.
Collection Highlights
One room is dominated by an enormous skeleton of a fin whale, while another holds poignant reminders of the scuttled German High Seas Fleet at Scapa Flow. Don't miss the displays on the Hudson's Bay Company, which recruited many Orcadians, or the beautifully crafted model ships that fill every available nook.
Visitor Information
It's easy to spend a couple of hours getting lost in here. Check their website for seasonal opening times, as they can change, and be prepared for the charmingly steep stairs between floors.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a classic, grey-stone Victorian building that fits perfectly with the historic character of Stromness itself.
Contact & Location
Address: Stromness Museum, 52, Alfred Street, Stromness, Orkney Islands, Alba / Scotland, KW16 3DH, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1856 850025
Website: Visit Website
