Hawick Museum

Discover a town’s treasures in a historic house set in a beautiful park.  This 18^th century mansion became home to the town’s museum in 1910 making it the oldest museum in the Scottish Borders.

Your visit is Free. Please donate to help us keep this unique museum free to everyone. Your donation plays a vital role in helping us to improve our visitor experience.

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The artefacts and fine works of art on show are not only about Hawick but are a window on the world with displays about Ancient Egypt, archaeology and nature. The War Memorial Room tells the story of Hawick’s people during the wars through fascinating objects and audio-visuals whilst the Old Schoolroom, interactive Park Gallery and Gift Shop are always popular with visitors of all ages.

The Jimmie Guthrie and Steve Hislop exhibitions showcase the lives and achievements of Hawick’s two tragic motorbike champions, making the museum a magnet for motorcyclists.

Also, The Old Schoolroom, archaeology displays and Gift Shop.

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Accessing the Museum.

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