Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum

10/08/2026

At a loss for the weekend? Try this

02/08/2026

Amazing day of swords, crowns and Mary Queen of Scots at Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum yesterday. It was busy with over 140 people enjoying the museum, crafts and hands on history.
We have two more family friendly days planned. Thursday 6th (Once upon a Scotland - folklore themed crafts) and August 13th (Pirate Day!) at Dumfries Museum.
Don't forget we also have our hugely popular Treasure Hunt available at our six museums.
Be great to see you soon.

31/07/2026

'Tudors' at the Tolbooth tomorrow (Saturday August 1st).
Drop in anytime and get hands on with history. There will be objects to touch as well as experts in costumes to interact with.
Plus you can get crafty and make a crown, sword and picture.
Free, suitable for all ages, no need to book, activities on offer 10-1, 2-4.

25/07/2026

📚 Author Event at Ewart Library 📚

Join us for a fascinating evening with local author Gillian Hope as she discusses her book, The Sanquhar Boys and the Seaforths: A Personal Diary of Private John Hope.

Drawing on a remarkable personal diary, Gillian brings to life the experiences of Private John Hope and the stories of the Sanquhar men who served with the Seaforth Highlanders during wartime. This is a unique opportunity to learn about local history through a deeply personal and compelling account.

📅 Thursday 30 July
🕕 6.00pm – 7.00pm
📍 Ewart Library

Whether you're interested in local history, military history, or personal stories from the past, this promises to be an engaging and insightful event.

To book your free place
Call us on 030 33 33 3004, send a facebook message with your name and contact details, or at the Ewart library.

25/07/2026

One week today we will be welcoming 'Tudors' to the Tolbooth. Hope you can join us.

21/07/2026

We've restocked the leaflets in Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum. It has proven popular with visitors so we're pleased to have some more. Thanks Discover South Scotland - Scotland Starts Here

10/07/2026

07/07/2026

Coming soon to Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum - Tudors at the Tolbooth! A day of living history, arts and crafts inspired by the 'Tudor' period aka the 16th century.
On August 1st, you can expect Mary Queen of Scots (who travelled through Sanquhar) and more!
We are aware that the Tudors were English monarchs and Mary was not a Tudor - this is just a convenient/fun/clear way to describe the early modern period (the event is primarily aimed at families and children).

30/06/2026

Horn once used by the Burgh Officer when taking cows onto Sanquhar Moor. On display in Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum (open Tuesday to Saturday, 10-1, 2-5).
Find out more here: https://www.futuremuseum.co.uk/collections/life-work/social-history/government/other-burghs/horn-used-by-burgh-officer--sanquhar