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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum

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Based in Stirling Castle, we tell the stories of the people of one of Scotland's great Highland Regiments, The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders.

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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
CALL FOR INFORMATION Throughout 1953-1954, the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders were situated in what was then called British Guiana. Since 1966 it has been known as the independent nation of Guyana. Image 1: Arriving at Kingston
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Our first Winter Lecture of the 2026-2027 series has just been confirmed and will take place in the Colours Room of the museum on Saturday 7th November 2026 at 10.30am. Please note, there is no October lecture. The Argylls in Borneo – 60 Years On
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Winter Talk – Borneo Confrontation Remembered – 60 Years On – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Our next Quiet Time is this Saturday (19th September) from 9.30am-10.30am. This is aimed at people with additional sensory needs. Video screens, interactives and sound will be turned down or off, and a quiet space will be available directly outside the museum.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
BBC Radio 2 in the Park starts today! If you are visiting Stirling Castle on the 11th, 12th or the 13th of September, please consider leaving extra time to get here. There are a number of road closures in the immediate area around the castle and the Castleview Park and Ride will not be operating.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Pieces of uniform given to soldiers during their service often belonged to the regiment. When a soldier left the regiment for whatever reason, this would be reused, cleaned, mended and reissued multiple times. Several soldiers' stories can be intertwined in one object - such as this kilt.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Another busy weekend for the team, on Saturday we were in the traders tent at the Stirling Highland Games, and it was one of the busiest games we've attended! Our workforce shared stories, tradition and the culture of the regiment, and the impact this has had on Stirling.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Our next Quiet Time is this Saturday (15th August) from 9.30am-10.30am. This is aimed at people with additional sensory needs or Autism. Video screens, interactives and sound will be turned down or off, and a quiet space will be available directly outside the museum.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Next Wednesday (26th July) we will be holding our next session of summer crafts! Join the team to make some crafts based on things you can find in the museum. This is aimed at little ones and the adults they bring along with them.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Due to a sudden road closure, the car park at Stirling Castle is only open to coaches and accessibility vehicles. All other vehicles are being asked to use the park and ride at Castleview or find alternative parking in the city.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
In the spirit of learning and never forgetting, join us for our first War Flowers craft session on Saturday 18th July . This is a joint project with Liz Gillespie, who has just launched her book of poetry - Battlefields.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
The team at The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum are pleased to announce that as of last week, they have been awarded 5 stars as part of the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions (ASVA) quality assurance scheme. This ASVA scheme replaces that of Visit Scotland.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
☀️Our summer crafts are returning ☀️ Our first session is taking place in the Colours Room in the museum this Wednesday (8th July) from 11am. Join the team to make some crafts based on things you can find in the museum!
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Our next Quiet Time is this Saturday 20th June from 9.30am-10.30am. This is aimed at people with additional sensory needs or Autism. Video screens, interactives and sound will be turned down or off, and a quiet space will be available directly outside the museum.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
The volunteers and student placements at the museum make the work and projects we do possible. In January, we welcomed Eve to the museum from the University of Glasgow.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
This Saturday is our annual Regimental Day from 10am-4pm. From crafts, bagpipe recitals, lectures, and more - there really is something for everyone. Stirling Armed Forces Day will also start from Stirling Castle and proceed into the city centre.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regimental Museum invite you to a Reception and Talk by Lieutenant General Sir Simon Mayall KBE CB for: The House of War – De-Coding the Modern Middle East on Tuesday 23rd June at 6.00 for 7.00 pm.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Please note, from the 1st June, we shall be pausing research enquiries to allow the team to work on other deadline. The planned break is due to be 2 months. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, but we will be more than happy to assist with any queries when we reopen.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
A huge congratulations and sincere thank you to Liz Gillespie on the successful launch of her book Battlefields, on Saturday. Battlefields is a powerful collection of poetry exploring themes of remembrance, alongside support and wellbeing for those who have served in the Armed Forces.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. And the photographs in our collection could tell even more stories. This month Roisin takes a look at the evolution of wedding dresses through the ages, portrayed through Argyll ceremonies: argylls.co.uk/something-ol...
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Last week, Brigadier (Retd) Adam Griffiths was accompanied by members of 4 SCOTS and former Argyll Colour Sergeant (Mor 2IC) Shaun Dick, and Pipe Sergeant Alistair Park for the rededication and reburial of Corporal Gilbert Nay Hamilton.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Our next Quiet Time is tomorrow (Saturday 16th May). This is aimed at people with additional sensory needs or Autism. Video screens, interactives and sound will be turned down or off, and a quiet space will be available directly outside the museum.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
It's only a month to go until our annual Regimental and Armed Forces Day. Regimental Day within the castle, will have something for everyone. From re-enactments, crafts and handling sessions - there is still more to be announced. This event is included with Stirling Castle admission.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
With Glasgow Museum's Barbie™ exhibition nearing, we had a look into our collection. And whilst we don't have any Barbie's, we do have a figurine that many may recognise. Released in 1970, the Argyll and Sutherland Highlander's Action Man was popular across the UK and is a collectors piece today.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum will be hosting the book launch of ‘Battlefields’ by Liz Gillespie on Saturday 23rd May, 12.30-2.30pm. Books will be available to purchase on the day, and there will be book readings and the opportunity to have the book signed.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
As part of Stirling's culture evening - The Carnival of the Wolf, there will be evening of storytelling about The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders on Friday 1st May. This will be hosted by our supporters, King Street Aparthotel at 45 King Street and presented by Creative Veterans Scotland.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Next weekend (both Saturday and Sunday) Stirling Castle will be hosting their annual Unicorn Day events. Whilst the museum won’t be playing a big part on the day, this will impact car parking facilities for anyone planning to visit the museum.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Looking for something to do during the holidays? Join some of the team in the museum for some crafts based on things you can find in the museum on Saturday 4th April and Sunday 5th April from 11am.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
March 2026 marks 20 years since the formation of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. This month, Caitlin takes a look at how the legacy of the Argylls can still be seen in the Royal Regiment of Scotland today: argylls.co.uk/march-2006-t...
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Our next Quiet Time will take place this Saturday (21st March) from 9.30-10.30am. More information here: argylls.co.uk/events/quiet...
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
A thank you to Hamish Clark for hosting our last Winter Talk of the season. On the 18th April, join us at the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum for a fascinating talk hosted by SSAFA Forth Valley. All proceeds go to SSAFA. More information: argylls.co.uk/events/ssafa...
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Veterans Wanted! The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum will be supporting this fantastic initiative from Làmhan - which will be free of charge to all participants.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Our Education Officer was away to Skye last week for some WWI workshops. Working with S2 and S3 history classes at Plockton High School they used our WWI artefacts to support their school learning.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, we still have tickets for our final Winter Talk, which takes place tomorrow at 10.30am. ‘The Sacrifice of the Sutherland Highlanders’ – New Orleans – The True Story, hosted by Major Hamish Clark will look at the Sutherland Highlanders in 1815.
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Winter Talk – ‘The Sacrifice of the Sutherland Highlanders’ – New Orleans – The True Story – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Reminder that it's only a week today until the final talk of the Winter Talk season. Discover the dramatic story of New Orleans, where a hastily assembled American force defeated a larger professional British army. What really happened on the battlefield? More info: argylls.co.uk/.../winter-t...
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Winter Talk – ‘The Sacrifice of the Sutherland Highlanders’ – New Orleans – The True Story – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Early this month, one of our volunteers came across Private James Higgins whilst researching for another project. We believe he is the only Argyll who was executed during WW1. In this months blog, we take at look at Private Higgins story. You can read this here: argylls.co.uk/the-argyll-e...
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Join us for the final talk of our 2025–2026 Winter Talks season, ‘The Sacrifice of the Sutherland Highlanders’ – New Orleans – The True Story with Major Hamish Clark on Saturday 7 March 2026. More information and ticket sales: argylls.co.uk/events/winte...
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Winter Talk – ‘The Sacrifice of the Sutherland Highlanders’ – New Orleans – The True Story – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Less than one week to go until our next Winter Talk and we will welcome Adrian Freer with this talk, The Falklands War – Personal Reflections. More information and ticket sales here: argylls.co.uk/events/winte... Whilst this image is from 1986, it's shows a 4 man patrol in the Falkland Islands.
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Winter Talk: The Falklands War – Personal Reflections – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
The loss of HMT Lancastria remains the biggest loss in British Naval history, and we are know several Argylls who lost their life during this event. This month, Caitlin takes a look at 17th June 1940 - the day the HMT Lancastria sank:
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HMT Lancastria – Britain’s Forgotten Naval Tragedy – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Our next talk is on Saturday 7 Feb 2026:‘The Falklands War – Personal Reflections’, with Captain Adrian Freer), sharing his experiences of the Falklands campaign 📍Colours Room, Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Museum, Stirling Castle ⏰10.30am (11am start) Ticket sales: argylls.co.uk/events/winte...
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Back for his first workshop of the year, Mike Naismith will be hosting his bagpipe handling sessions this Sunday (18th Jan) from 9.30am. Explore a wide range of objects, find out about regimental pipers, and listen to the fascinating stories behind the Museum’s collection of music and instruments.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
From Monday 5–Friday 9 January and Monday 12–Friday 16 January, parts of the museum will be closed while our team carry out a deep clean and essential conservation checks. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
During January and February 2026, we will be temporarily pausing research enquiries to allow the team to focus on other projects. We apologise for the issues that this may cause, but we will reopen this service in a few months.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
Tis' the season! Join some of the team in the museum for some crafts based on things you can find in the museum on Sunday 23rd December from 11am. This is aimed at younger children but we do ask that an adult accompany them. More info:
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Christmas Activities – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
The museum will remain open over the holidays, but please note that staffing will be reduced while our team take some time off. Normal staffing will resume from 5 January 2026.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Our next Quiet Time will take place this Saturday (20th December) from 9.30-10.30am. Video screens, interactives and sound will be turned down or off, and a quiet space will be available directly outside the museum. More information here:
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Quiet Time – December – The Argyll Sutherland Highlanders Museum
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
As the 25th approaches, Caitlin takes a look into how some Argylls celebrated Christmas in 1914, and how to others, it was simply another days service. Have a look into her findings here: argylls.co.uk/how-some-sol... Image shows the 2nd Battalion in the trenches December 1914.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Christmas is fast approaching, and we’re pleased to share our opening times over the holidays. • 24 December: Last entry will be at the slightly earlier time of 3:30pm. • 25–26 December: The museum will be closed. • 27 December onwards: Open as usual. • 1 January: We will open later, at 11:00am.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Tis' the season! Join some of the team in the museum for some crafts based on things you can find in the museum on Sunday 7th December from 11am. This is aimed at younger children but we do ask that an adult accompany them.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum @argyllsmuseum.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
There are still some tickets for this Saturday's Winter Talk, ‘The Murder of Alexander Litvinenko’ starting at 10.30am. More information and ticket sales here: argylls.co.uk/.../winter-t... Bio for talk below.
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