Free Admission | Dog Friendly | Open Sundays The Meffan Museum & Art Gallery opened in 1898 having been funded by Miss Jane Meffan in memory of her father William who was a former Provost of the town. The museum gallery offers the opportunity to explore the narrow and cobbled Vennel, a street which includes Peter Reid’s sweet shop, the knockmaker’s workshop, Webster, Souter and Baxter workshops, p
eer into the Baxter’s workshop (or Baker) to see the famous Forfar bridies fresh from the oven. You can also find out about the Forfar witch trials and view the mysterious Pictish sculptured stones, Goosecroft log boat dated to 1090AD and fascinating archaeology found in the area. The newly renovated museum’s art gallery spaces show the work of local, national and internationally renowned artists throughout the year making up an exciting programme of changing exhibitions which ends with the popular annual Meffan Winter Show. Group visits, private tours and event hire are all available, get in touch at [email protected]
We have museums in Arbroath, Forfar and Montrose, plus galleries in Arbroath and Carnoustie Libraries which have fascinating displays of objects and photographs relating to the life and work in Angus. Behind the scenes there is a wealth of local history, archaeology, natural history and geology. Our Collections can be searched online at https://angusalive.adlibhosting.com/home
The museums and galleries all all free to enter and have busy diaries of events, temporary exhibitions and family activities. We have museums in Arbroath, Forfar and Montrose, plus galleries in Arbroath and Carnoustie Libraries which have fascinating displays of objects and photographs relating to the life and work in Angus. Opening Hours (1 November 2025 - 31 March 2026)
Signal Tower Museum Arbroath
Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10.30am - 4pm
Ladyloan, Arbroath. Tel. 01241 464554
Email [email protected]
Meffan Museum & Art Gallery Forfar
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10.30am - 4pm
20 West High Street, Forfar. Tel. 01307 471771
Email [email protected]
Montrose Museum & Art Gallery
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 10.30am - 4pm
Panmure Place, Montrose. Tel. 01674 907447
Email [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE LAST ADMISSION IS 3.30pm for all venues. During the Summer (1 April - 31 October) we are open everyday except Tuesday 10.30am - 4pm.