What To See and Do
Museums
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum
The museum houses a large and ever expanding aircraft collection, aero engines and a very impressive display if artefacts and personal histories relating to aviation, past and present.
Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura
A treasure house of the history of Southwest Scotland, Dumfries Museum is centered around the 18th century windmill which stands above the town. Above the museum is the Camera Obscura this historic astronomical instrument gives fascinating panoramic views over the town, on clear days the range is many miles.
Situated in Moffat's conservation area, provides a fascinating insight into Moffat's history; from early Roman times, the Border Reivers, the Convenanters, heyday of its coaching era, the discovery of the Well and its success as a Spa; also memorabilia pertaining to Lord Dowding of Battle of Britain fame.
Shambellie House Museum of Costume
Take in a century of style at this beautiful country house museum. Follow the story of fashion from the 1850's to the 1950s. Explore life- like room settings and elegant clothes. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the wealthy.