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Cabinet of Curiosities at Rozelle House

Cabinet of Curiosities at Rozelle House

This image depicts a dark wooden cabinet with a variety of unusual and intriguing objects displayed on its shelves. The title "CABINET of CURIOSITIES" is prominently shown to the left, along with the text "An exhibition of curious objects from the South Ayrshire collection." The cabinet contains objects such as a taxidermied bird, a wooden sculpture of a strange, open-mouthed creature, an old-fashioned deep-sea diving helmet, a painting of a sailing ship, and a small model ship. A single hanging lamp with a warm glow illuminates the scene. The overall tone is mysterious and vintage, evoking a sense of historical discovery.

An exhibition of curious objects from the South Ayrshire collection.

Cabinet of Curiosities is an exhibition to intrigue and inspire, showcasing an eclectic range of items from the South Ayrshire Museum Collection. The diverse ‘Wunderkammer’ on display celebrates and examines the nature of collecting, with art, taxidermy, and oddities for everyone to enjoy!

The exhibition invited staff who work across Destination South Ayrshire to delve into the SAC Collection and select whatever caught their eye. Curious to see what they picked? Come along and find out at Rozelle House!

Free entry | Suitable for all ages

Opening Hours
Monday to Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Sunday: 12noon – 5pm

Additional Information

Disabled access

Parking

16 November 2024 - 7 February 2025

Free

Rozelle House Museum and Galleries, Rozelle Park, Monument Road, Ayr KA7 4NQ

+44(0)1292 445447

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