McKechnie Institute
Temporary Closure:
Due to essential improvement work to the building, The McKechnie Institute Museum and Gallery will be closed to the public from 4pm on Saturday 29th June. We apologise for this unavoidable disruption but look forward to welcoming you back early Autumn 2024. Please follow our social media channels for updates.
Opening hours
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday:
1pm – 4pm
Wednesday:
1.30pm – 4pm
Saturday:
10am – 4pm
Contact us
Tel: (0)1465 713643
Address
The McKechnie Institute
40 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9AE
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About the McKechnie Institute
Girvan’s cultural hub, features a permanent display of artefacts highlighting the town’s heritage, the McKechnie Institute also hosts a regular programme of changing exhibitions. Visit the McKechnie, to see Girvan through time:
- Geology, fossils, the history of Ailsa Craig and its granite
- Maritime history and model ships
- Victorian lounge and bedroom
- Bronze Age Cinerary Urns dating 2100-1500 BC
Key Features
- Free entry
- Open all year
- Family-friendly
- Garden
- Accessibility access via Ailsa Street West
- Accessible toilet
Try our Scavenger Hunt
Discover interesting facts and explore The McKechnie’s facinating collections.
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