Find out about the unique history and culture of the city of Inverness and the Scottish Highlands at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. Explore the fascinating range of artefacts and collections that celebrate Highland life and heritage. The art galleries feature both permanent and temporary exhibitions, which includes work from local artists and crafters in our community, to those further afield – click here to find out What’s On. Enjoy some tasty refreshments in the coffee shop (seats 24 persons – menu available here), or browse the museum gift shop.
Current Opening Hours: November – March
Tuesday – Thursday: 12.00 – 16.00
Friday – Saturday: 11.00 – 16.00
Sunday & Monday: CLOSED
Current Opportunities
YOUNG CURATORS OPEN CALL
We have an exciting opportunity for young people in the Highlands. Apply now for our first Young Curators group! 
Ideal for anyone ages 16-24 based in the Highlands that has a interest in history, art or traditional crafts and are looking to gain experience in the Museum and Gallery Sector.
More info here: Young Curators – Open Call – Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Deadline: 16 February 2026
This opportunity is part of the ‘Communities of Making’ network. Communities of Making is part of Going Places, an Art Fund programme made possible with generous support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Julia Rausing Trust.
VISUAL ARTISTS & CRAFT MAKERS AWARDS
Highlands, Moray & Na h-Eileanan Siar
These awards are supported by Creative Scotland through funding from the National Lottery in partnership with High Life Highland and are open to artists and makers who can demonstrate a commitment to developing their creative practice.
More info here: Visual Artists and Craft Makers Awards – Visual Artist & Craft Maker Awards
Deadline: 3 February 2026, 5pm
Have a question? Find out more on the Accessibility and Visitor Information page, or visit the museum’s profiles on Euan’s Guide and AccessAble.
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, Castle Wynd, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3EB
Tel: +44 (0) 1349 781730 email: [email protected]
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Find out more about the museum collections or take the Top 10 Highlights Audio Tour of the objects on display using the SMARTIFY app. A project funded by XpoNorth Digital.
Visiting the Scottish Highlands?
Why not visit the North Coast Visitor Centre in Thurso, or the Highland Folk Museum in Newtonmore?
