Verdant Works Museum

Verdant Works Museum is housed in a restored mill complex from the 19th century that was officially recognized as an important building and contains the original machines and equipment used in manufacturing. The buildings display the architecture of a typical jute factory with production halls, storage areas, and offices from that era.

The factory was built in the 19th century as a production site and remained active for over a century until it closed in 1991. A heritage trust rescued the building from decay and opened the museum in 1996 to preserve the story of this industry for future generations.

The name refers to the jute industry that shaped Dundee for generations and provided work for thousands of people. Visitors can see the original machines and workshops that show how this work looked and what it meant to the city.

The museum is located in an industrial area and is easiest to reach on foot or by public transportation. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since touring the various production areas involves a lot of walking.

The museum's collection was recognized nationally in 2008 as exceptionally valuable, underscoring the importance of these textile machines and archives. This collection designation makes it one of Scotland's most important archives for industrial history.

Location: Dundee City

Location: Dundee

Inception: 1996

Address: Verdant Works, West Hendersons Wynd, Dundee DD1 5BT

Opening Hours: November 01-March 31 Wednesday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; November 01-March 31 Sunday 11:00-17:00

Website: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/attraction/verdant-works

GPS coordinates: 56.46145,-2.98303

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:01