About Us

Scotland's influence on the maritime history of the world from the eighteenth
century to the modern day has been enormous and out of all proportion to
the size of the Country. Three sites operated by the Scottish Maritime
Museum contain the exhibitions and collections that tell the story of that
great maritime tradition. On two sites the buildings themselves are
important parts of that story. The sites are complemented by the collection
of vessels that represent 150 years of the working vessels of Scotland.

If your interests are in the detailed aspects of the building of ships or the
way in which ordinary people interacted with the sea, then the Scottish
Maritime Museum should be your first port of call. If you want to undertake
detailed research or just an enjoyable and stimulating day out, the Scottish Maritime Museum can provide it.

Services:

Visits can be arranged, including special tours, outside normal working hours at any of our sites. The museum can organise school visits to fit the needs of different age groups. Special discount prices for group bookings.

Admission Charges: A small admission charge applies, concession discount is available. Please contact the Museum for details.

Disabled Access: Clydebuilt is fully accessible by the disabled. Irvine and Dumbarton have limited disabled access, so please phone for details.

Parties are welcome at all three sites.