At Sanquhar's fine 18th century Tolbooth, you will discover Sanquhar's world famous tradition and the story of the mines and miners of Sanquhar and Kirkconnel.
Learn about Sanquhar's world-famous knitting tradition and hear the story of the mines and miners of Sanquhar and Kirkconnel.
Find out what it was like to be a prisoner in Sanquhar jail and discover how the people of Upper Nithsdale lived and worked in years gone by. There’s all this and more in the town's 18th-century tolbooth. A free audio-visual presentation and museum trail help reveal the fascinating story of the history and customs of the Royal Burgh of Upper Nithsdale.
Opening hours
The museum is open from April to September each year:
Tuesday - 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Wednesday - 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Thursday - 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Friday - 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Saturday - 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
Sunday - 2pm to 5pm
Facility information
Free entry
Discover Sanquhar's world famous knitting tradition and the story of the mines and miners of Sanquhar and Kirkconnel. explore how the ordinary people of Upper Nithsdale live and worked and what was it like to be a prisoner in Sanquhar jail? All this and more can be found in the town's fine 18th century tolbooth.
A free audio-visual presentation and museum trail takes you on a tour, revealing the fascinating story of Upper Nithsdale.
