Latest Blog Entries
The Crimean War
To mark 168 years since the outbreak of the Crimean War, discover the causes & events, and the role of the Highlanders
The Anglo-Egyptian War
Read the story of the Anglo-Egyptian war alongside objects from the museum collection
Remembering the Victorian ‘Little Wars’
What are ‘little wars’? And why haven’t they always made it into the history books? Find out more…
The Adventures of a Lovat Scout – E H L Wigram
Follow the adventures of Lovat Scout E H L Wigram from the foothills of Everest to the Canadian Rockies
Secrets of… the Silver Store
Our latest series delves into the secrets of the museum stores. Up first: the Silver Store
The Second Boer War
Discover the story of the Second Boer War in South Africa told through the museum’s collection
The Second Boer War & the Diary of a Seaforth – P2
The diary of Private John Winning is continued, from 11th December to 31st January 1899.
The Second Boer War & the Diary of a Seaforth – P1
Read the first-hand experiences of Seaforth John Winning in the Second Boer War, 1899 – 1902.
Affiliated Regiments of the Highlanders: The Gurkha Rifles
Uncover the Highlanders’ global connections and the fascinating history of the Gurkha Rifles
Lieutenant John Guille Millais
Son of renowned Pre-Raphaelite painter John Everett Millais, discover the life and career of Seaforth John Guille Millais.
The Indian Uprising
Learn all about the objects relating to the Indian Uprising, which form an important part of our collection.
The Person behind the Portrait – Francis Mackenzie, 1st Baron Seaforth
Uncover the person behind William Dyce’s exceptional portrait of Francis Mackenzie, Lord Seaforth.
Weddings
Your wedding should be one of the most unforgettable days of your life. Make it a day to remember at the Fort George Chapel and The Highlanders’ Museum.
Room Hire
The Blue Hackle Rooms offer a unique location for weddings, functions, parties, lunches, meetings and corporate hospitality in the heart of the Highlands.
The Collection
Our Collection is one the largest regimental display outside London. Founded over 60 years ago, the Museum houses more than 50,000 objects.
Research
The archive at The Highlanders’ Museum (Queen’s Own Highlanders Collection) covers six British regiments & our allied regiments from overseas.