John Muir's Birthplace, in Dunbar, East Lothian, Scotland, is a museum run by East Lothian Council Museums Service as a centre for study and interpretation of the work of the Scottish-American conservationist John Muir.
The exterior has been restored and now looks much as it would have done in 1838 – the year John Muir was born. Inside, you will find three floors of family friendly interactive displays and a warm welcome with well informed staff always available to answer questions.
Our absorbing hands on interpretation gives you the opportunity to accompany John Muir on the journey of his life, from a boyhood exploring East Lothian’s rugged coastline and gently rolling farmland to adventures in the pristine wilderness of the American frontier.
John Muir became an inventor, a botanist, a geologist, a glaciologist, a mountaineer, a farmer and an artist. He achieved fame as a best selling writer, explorer and environmental campaigner. More than a century on his ideas are more relevant than ever and John Muir continues to inspire people all over the world.
Explore the life and legacy of this remarkable man here, in the house where he was born. This unique museum is also the starting point of the John Muir Way – making it the beginning of the journey of a lifetime in more ways than one.
The museum shop contains maps, guides and other helpful information on the John Muir Way. It also offers a selection of books by and about John Muir and a nature themed gift shop with something for all ages.
The building runs a tourist information service and is fully accessible with toilets on the ground floor.
Access
Museum access
John Muir’s Birthplace has level access throughout and a lift to upper floors.
Accessible toilet
There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor.
Blue Badge Parking
Two on-street blue badge parking spaces available to the left of the entrance.
Guide dogs and assistance dogs
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome. A dog bowl is available.
Induction loop
An induction loop operates in the film booth on the first floor.
Baby changing
Changing facilities are available in the accessible toilet. We keep a small supply of spare nappies and wipes if you run out.
Seating
There are seats available on every floor.
