Situated beside Arbroath harbour on the A92. Car and coach parking available nearby. Disabled access difficult. Loop system available. Parties welcome but must book.
Museum open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, all year round. Also open on Sundays, from 2 – 5pm, during July and August. Phone for details of Christmas and New Year opening hours.
No entrance charges.
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
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.
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.
