Marischal Museum, Anthropology museum in Aberdeen, Scotland.
Description
The Marischal Museum was an anthropology museum in Aberdeen housing Egyptian antiquities, Classical artifacts, and Scottish prehistory objects. The grand neo-gothic granite building closed in 2008 for renovation, though its collections are now displayed at King's Museum in the Old Aberdeen Town House.
History
The museum was founded in 1786 and remained active for over two centuries until closing in 2008 due to renovation work at Marischal College. This lengthy history made it an important part of Aberdeen's cultural institutions.
Culture
The collections feature ethnographic objects from non-Western cultures and Scottish coins recognized as nationally important by the Scottish Government. Visitors today can observe how these pieces shape understanding of different societies and local heritage.
Practical
The original exhibition space is not accessible as the building remains under renovation. Visitors can instead view the collections at King's Museum, located in Old Aberdeen.
Did you know?
The building now functions as a conservation laboratory and research center for the University of Aberdeen. This role supports work at the university's other museum facilities.
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