St Andrews was formed around 1413, so the university has over 600 years of history within their collections. With over 115,000 objects, specimens and artworks their collections cover anatomy and pathology, ethnography, geology, psychology and zoology.
They also have three collections Recognised of National
Significance to Scotland – their chemistry, heritage and scientific instrument collections.
1. Wardlaw Museum
The Wardlaw Museum takes visitors inside the University, with four new thematic galleries on its ground breaking research and global impact, showcasing its extraordinary art, history, science and natural history collections. Complemented by an exciting programme of temporary exhibitions, interactive experiences for all ages, and a beautiful sea view from the terrace and garden, the Museum is a major new cultural space for St Andrews.
More information on the museum can be found at www.st-andrews.ac.uk/museums/visit-us/wardlaw/
7 The Scores, St Andrews KY16 9AR
The museum is open:
Monday to Friday from 11am to 7pm
Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm.
Pre-booking is not required, but if you would like to reserve a free timed slot you can do so via Art Ticket.
Visits for schools and groups can be arranged throughout the year. To book a school or group visit, contact the learning and access department directly for information by emailing museumlearning@st-andrews.ac.uk or phone 01334 46 1699.
Research visits can be booked through the curatorial team at museumenquiries@st-andrews.ac.uk
The Wardlaw Museum is easy to find on foot from the town centre. From the castle you can continue on along The Scores towards the golf course and we are on the right hand side. Alternatively you can walk down Butts Wynd from North Street and we are opposite the end of the lane.
Driving
You can reach St Andrews by the main roads A91, A917 and A915. There is free parking available at the North Haugh car park at the edge of St Andrews. Paid parking spaces are available in the town centre.
Public transport
St Andrews can be reached by taking the train to Leuchars and continuing on a bus to the town centre. The town is linked by several bus routes.
More information
Full details for accessibility at the Wardlaw Museum can be found in our Accessibility Guide, which includes pre-visit information.
The Museum is fully wheelchair accessible and has a lift. Staff have received training in the use of evac chairs.
The Museum has two disabled car parking spaces.
Assistance dogs are welcome in the Wardlaw Museum.
Please contact us at the museum in advance of your visit if you have any accessibility questions or would like to let us know of your requirements in advance. We will be delighted to assist you with your visit.
2. Bell Pettigrew Museum of Natural History
The Bell Pettigrew is a rare surviving example of an Edwardian teaching museum. Its traditional displays are a little like walking back in time and include all aspects of natural history from fossils and skeletons, to scientific instruments and stuffed animals.
Bute Medical Buildings, School of Biology, Queen's Terrace, St Andrews KY16 9TS
The museum is open from 1pm – 5pm Monday – Friday over the October school holidays. For exact opening times, visit https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/museums/visit-us/bell-pettigrew/
Visits for schools and groups can be arranged throughout the year. To book a school or group visit, contact the learning and access department directly for information by emailing museumlearning@st-andrews.ac.uk or phone 01334 46 1699.
Information on how to get there, including parking, public transport, accessibility and directions, can be found at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/museums/visit-us/bell-pettigrew/visitor-information/
3. Collections Centre
As the University’s collection can’t all be on display at the same time – anything that isn’t can be found in the Collections Centre. The centre gives you an opportunity to explore behind the scenes and see fantastic objects – from fine art to furniture, carved sculptures to coffee pots. To find out more about objects in the collection, you can view the collections catalogue online.
87 North Street, St Andrews KY16 9AE
Researchers and the general public are free to visit by appointment. To book email the curatorial team at museumenquiries@st-andrews.ac.uk
To book a school or group visit, contact the learning and access department directly for information by emailing museumlearning@st-andrews.ac.uk or phone 01334 46 1699.
Information on how to get there, including parking, public transport, accessibility and directions, can be found at https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/museums/visit-us/collections-centre/visitor-information/
More information on accessibility can be found at www.st-andrews.ac.uk/museums/visit-us/collections-centre/visitor-information/
How to find us
Wardlaw Museum
The Scores, St Andrews KY16 9AR, UK
Bell Pettigrew Museum of Natural History
St Andrews KY16 9TS, UK
Collections Centre
North Street, St Andrews KY16 9AE, UK