Tayside Police Museum

Tayside Police Museum
Address
Reform Street, Kirriemuir, nr Dundee
Postcode
DD8 4BS
Region or country
Scotland

The Tayside Police Museum, located in the same building as the existing Police Station in Reform Street, Kirriemuir, charts the history of policing in the city of Dundee, and the counties of Perth & Kinross and Angus, from the early 1800s through to the present day.

There are sections on uniform, equipment, communication, offensive weapons, the Police Pipe Band, Special Constables, and so much more.  There is also an exhibit referencing the last person to be hanged in Dundee, William Henry Bury, who went to the gallows in 1889 for the murder of his wife, and when confessing to his crime, claimed to be Jack The Ripper.

The museum is located entirely on the ground floor, and comprises of 6 rooms in which visitors will be able to view permanent displays of uniforms, batons, handcuffs, awards and medals, cameras, weaponry, photographs and some records. The museum is a joint venture between Police Scotland, Angus Council, and the Kirriemuir Heritage Trust.

What can be found at the venue?
Records or archive, Collection of artifacts, Historic building or site
Significant collections relating to regional crime and punishment organisation or to a particular individual
The museum charts the history of policing in the city of Dundee, and the counties of Perth & Kinross and Angus.
Does the venue have an online collections catalogue?
No
Details of opening for public access and / or research services
The museum is currently closed. From March 31st to 15th April it is open Tuesday to Friday – 11.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, and on Saturday – 11.00am to 3.00pm. From week beginning 16th April it is openTuesday to Friday – 11.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 4.00pm, Saturday – 11.00am to 3.00pm. It is run by volunteers, and entrance is free. Children and families are welcome to visit. Groups, including school groups, are also very welcome but must pre-book.
Available services or facilities
Toilets
Accessibility and disability arrangements / Covid requirements
The museum is located entirely on the ground floor, with level access from the street and ground floor accessible toilets. There are two public carparks within central Kirriemuir, both within a 5-minute walk of the museum. There is also limited parking behind the museum itself accessed by the lane between the museum and post office.
Date information added or updated:
20/01/2022
Entry ID No:
049