View over 3000 artefacts, including world famous textiles, Pictish art and boats hanging in the Boat Hall. Explore Shetland's history further through the extensive archive collections. The Shetland Museum and Archives also houses a gift shop.
Opening Hours
May to August:
Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday - Monday 12pm-5pm.
September to April:
Wednesday - Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm.
Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday - Monday 12pm-5pm.
September to April:
Wednesday - Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm.
Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Area
Lerwick
Address
Hay's Dock, Lerwick
Link to Website
Disabled Access Available
Yes
WiFi Available
Yes
Geopark - Shetland Museum and Archives
Geopark interpretation
Displays illustrate Shetland's geological journey from its oldest rocks, half the age of the Earth, to the relatively recent oil industry.
Directions
Shetland Museum and Archives is at Hay's Dock in Lerwick and the car park is signposted from Commercial Road (A969)