Arts & Culture
Museums & Galleries
Explore a variety of family friendly museums and galleries across the region
Fife boasts a whole host of museums and galleries, covering everything from social history right through to zoology collections and contemporary visual arts. With two collections of national significance and arguably Scotland's public art capital, you won't be left disappointed.
Find out what events and exhibitions are taking place throughout Fife here.
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St Margarets Cave
Queen Margaret came to the cave to pray over 900 years ago. Then there was only a wooded path by a stream at the bottom of the valley with a short climb up to the small cave. Now there's a tunnel with 87 steps leading deep underground for you to explore. ...
Scottish Fisheries Museum
Situated in a wonderful set of historic buildings on the harbour of Anstruther, this nationally important collection documents Scotland's fishing heritage. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the museum and Year of Coast and Waters 2020, the Sea Change Exhibition is now available o...
Markinch Heritage Group
Markinch Heritage Group is based in Markinch, Fife, Scotland and was founded in 2003. It aims to raise awareness of the ancient town's history and heritage.
Buckhaven Museum
Buckhaven’s industrial and social past is celebrated in this local museum. Chart its past from fishing village to mining town in the 'Working Lives' permament display. And where did the locals get the day’s catch ready for dinner? Explore our replica 1920s kitchen to find o...
Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
View Scotland's premier collection of vintage buses and memorabilia from the golden age of bus travel.
British Golf Museum
The world's premier centre for the history of golf, set amongst the courses of St Andrews.
Fire Station Creative
With 20 artists studios, a gallery, classroom and café, discover something different in Dunfermline's former art-deco fire station.
Lathalmond Railway Museum
Dunfermline and West Fife's very own Heritage Railway project, Lathalmond Railway Museum is located to the north of Dunfermline, on a shared site with the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum. With 2 operational railway lines operating frequently.
Upstairs at J & G Innes Ltd
Situated in the historic medieval town of St Andrews, upstairs @ J & G INNES LTD is unique space in the heart of the town.
Burntisland Library & Museum
Burntisland Library We have regular free events for children and a wide variety of learning resources. Stretch your imagination with our fabulous selection of books and share your thoughts in our friendly reading groups. ON at Burntisland Library Books to suit all ages and interests, includ...
Methil Heritage Centre
A popular community museum with a permanent display about the Levenmouth area. Come and enjoy our programme of exhibitions, tea room and museum shop which stocks a selection of local history books and souvenirs (the only book shop between St. Andrews and Kirkcaldy!). Housed in an old post offi...
V&A Dundee
V&A Dundee is the only V&A museum in the world outside London. A short journey from Fife across the River Tay and visitors can experience the remarkable story of design past, present and future and the vital contribution design makes to all our lives. As Scotland’s first design...
St Andrews Museum
It’s all going ON at St Andrews Museum - a stunning Victorian mansion nestled in the grounds of Kinburn Park that now features a childrens play area and labyrinth path. We have a varied programme of temporary exhibitions, talks, children’s workshops and activities. ...
Laing Museum
Browse the antiquarian artefacts of Newburgh's Alexander Laing.
Newport Library & Heritage Centre
Come and find out what's ON display at Newport Heritage Centre. We have a range of objects and photographs that depict the history of Newport and Wormit. Topics include transport across the River Tay through the ages, local sports & leisure activities and recollections of WW1 & WW2. Th...
Museum Of Communication
One of Scotland's only museums of communication, with a regular programme of exhibitions and events.
Fife Folk Museum
Step back in time and learn the ways of the past in the beautiful village of Ceres.
The Junor Gallery
The Junor Gallery is a welcoming place for all, where you will be met by friendly, knowledgeable staff.
Kirkcaldy Galleries
Come and explore Kirkcaldy's cultural hub! Kirkcaldy Galleries offers visitors a library, museum, art gallery, local & family history room, an information desk, cafe, gift shop and children's areas - all under one roof! Also nearby is Kirkcaldy's Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkc...
North Queensferry Heritage Trust
North Queensferry Heritage Trust (NQHT) is dedicated to preserving and promoting the heritage and the natural beauty of our picturesque and ancient maritime village of North Queensferry and the Ferry Hills peninsula for the benefit of the local community, as well as national and internatio...
Bell Pettigrew Museum
Fife's only museum of Zoology at The University of St Andrews.
Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
Steel tycoon, stockbroker, writer, lecturer, entrepreneur, philanthropist - Andrew Carnegie was one of the great Scots of the 19th century. His life has left a huge international legacy, but as his birthplace cottage testifies he came from humble beginnings. Adjacent to the cottage is the beaut...
Tatha Gallery
Tatha Gallery in Newport on Tay, Fife, Scotland specialises in art that we are passionate about which includes some of the best Twentieth Century and Contemporary British Art. Emerging talent mixed with the time honoured established artists makes a recipe for interest, excitement and excellenc...
The Dory Bistro & Gallery
The Dory Bistro is a seafood restaurant serving affordable food with a focus on Fife and Perthshire food treasures.
St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum & Garden
The St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum is an independent social history museum situated in a lovely 17th century house in the heart of the town’s old fisher quarter, a stone’s throw from both the Castle and the Cathedral...
Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries
Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries (DCL&G) is an award-winning museum, gallery spaces, cafe, shop and reading rooms all adjoining the world's first Carnegie Library. Situated in Scotland's ancient capital, the museum offers a stunning view across to Dunfermline Abbey. &nb...
Glenrothes & Area Heritage Centre
Find out about the history of Scotland's second oldest New Town, and the villages that surround it.
Burntisland Heritage Trust
The aim of Burntisland Heritage Trust is to protect and promote all aspects of Burntisland's heritage.
Crail Museum and Heritage Centre
Get an insight into the past life of this ancient Royal Burgh and discover the story of the infamous Crail Capon.
Wardlaw Museum
Discover the history and collections of Scotland’s first university at the new Wardlaw Museum. Currently offering interesting talks and tours on Facebook.
