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Arbroath Signal Tower Museum
Arbroath Signal Tower Museum
Ladyloan
Arbroath
DD11 1PU
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T: 01241 875598
E: signal.tower@angus.gov.uk
Situated beside Arbroath harbour on the A92. Car and coach parking available nearby.
Disabled access difficult. Loop system available.
Parties welcome but must book.
Monday to Saturday 10.00 - 17.00 all year. Closed 25/26 December and 1 - 2 January.
Also open Sundays 14.00 - 17.00 July/August.
No entrance charges.
Find out more about our collections:
Arbroath Signal Tower Museum
Arbroath Costume Collection
About this collection
People in fishing communities wore a distinctive dress which evolved to suit their special working conditions. This costume became noticeably different from other townsfolk and although distinct did vary from place to place. The museum has a representative collection of this characteristic costume from Auchmithie and Arbroath.
What are the highlights of this collection
- Auchmithie Wedding Dress and Hat. A fine example of a paisley patterned woollen dress and hat worn at fisher weddings in the 19th century. This particular dress was worn by a member of the Auchmithie fisher community for her wedding in 1879
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- Arbroath Fisher Costume. A good example of the decorative yet also very practical fisher costume worn by women at Arbroath and Auchmithie until well into the 20th century.
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How can I find out more
Conservation reasons and lack of display space mean only a small selection of costume is on display. Further details can be made available on request.
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