Böd of Gremista

The Böd of Gremista is a two-storey fishing museum with storage function at the northern end of Lerwick, featuring white rendered walls and an attic space. The building displays traditional Shetland textiles, Fair Isle patterns, lace work, and historical weaving exhibits from the region.

The building was constructed in 1780 by Arthur Nicholson as a fishing manager's residence and storage facility, serving the local fishing industry until 1948. After that time, its function shifted from practical work operations to preserving maritime trading traditions.

The place is closely linked to Arthur Anderson, one of the founders of the P&O shipping company, who was born here and shaped the maritime tradition of the islands. Visitors can see today how important seafaring activities were to the local economy and identity.

The location is easy to find at the northern end of Lerwick and works well as a stopping point when exploring the harbor area. The exhibition inside reveals textile traditions that you can discover in their original form.

The building preserves original wooden storm shutters that were added during later restorations, showing how it protected itself against harsh island weather conditions. These details remind visitors of the practical challenges of life in an exposed location.

Location: Shetland Islands

Location: Lerwick

Inception: 1987

Address: Gremista, Lerwick ZE1 0PX

Website: https://shetlandtextilemuseum.com

GPS coordinates: 60.17000,-1.16480

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47