Queen Mary's House, 16th century towerhouse museum in Jedburgh, Scotland
Queen Mary's House is a three-story stone towerhouse from the 16th century with a four-story tower, grey slate roofs, and spiral staircases connecting exhibition rooms. The spaces display a collection of royal artworks, personal objects, and documents that portray life at court and the period's historical context.
The building dates from the 16th century and became known through Mary Queen of Scots' journey to Hermitage Castle in 1566, which affected her health. These events tied Jedburgh closely to the dramatic history of the Scottish court.
The house displays the influence of Mary Queen of Scots on Scotland through artworks, textiles, and personal objects that document her court and era. Visitors see items that reflect daily life at court and the importance of this period for Scottish identity.
The museum is easily reached from the street and interiors are accessible via the spiral staircase, which features modern safety equipment. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes, as climbing stairs is needed to explore all exhibition levels.
The garden holds special pear trees descended from specimens originally planted near Jedburgh Abbey. These trees connect the house to the region's religious and horticultural heritage from earlier centuries.
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