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The Falconer Museum
Falconer Museum

The Falconer Museum, Tolbooth Street, Forres

New Development

Falconer Museum Lottery Project 2005 - 2008

The Falconer Museum completed its refurbishment in November 2007, and is now open once again to visitors. Please see below for opening times.

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Opening Times and Admissions

April, May, June, September, October Monday to Saturday, 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
July, August

Monday to Saturday, 10.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.

Sunday, 1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. 

November to March Under review
Admission to the museum is free. Closed on public holidays.  

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Fascinating Forres, Past and Present

  • Contains a wealth of Moray's heritage
  • Explores the history of the town
  • Tells you about famous local people
  • Has a Museum Friends organisation
  • Named after its benefactor and founder, local scientist Hugh Falconer

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Facilities

  • Shop with postcards, souvenirs and information sheets
  • Custodian to provide help and guided tours
  • Special arrangements for schools 
  • Wheelchair access is available to the ground floor
  • Induction loop system and commentaries
  • Coach setting-down point at front door
  • Free public car-park at rear 

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To Download

You can download a short guide to the Falconer Museum (*.pdf files)

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Contacts
Museums Service
Falconer Museum
Tolbooth Street
Forres
IV36 1PH
Tel:01309 673701
Fax: 
Email:museums@moray.gov.uk