The Museum of Piping


No trip to the College would be complete without visiting ' The Museum of Piping', the only independent museum in Scotland devoted solely to piping. Compiled over many years, our collection of piping photographs, instruments and other memorabilia is unrivalled. Study closely the manuscript of the great composer John MacColl, admire his Centenary Clasp medal (below right) won in 1888, check out a tune in our extensive library of music collections or browse through back numbers of the Piping Times. Pride of place must go, however to our unique set of Culloden bagpipes. This instrument (right) dates from the early 18th century and must be one of the oldest surviving examples of an early great Highland bagpipe.

There is no admission charge to the Museum of Piping, though visitors are invited to make a donation towards upkeep.Curator Jeannie Campbell (above), well known for her research and writing on pipers and pipe bands, is always on hand to answer queries or to find that elusive piece of information you require. There is no time limit on how long you spend in the museum and photocopies of some manuscripts and documents may be available for a small fee. The Museum of Piping opening hours are Monday to Friday from 10am till 4pm or any other time by arrangement. Broadband computer access is available free of charge to members and students. To Contact the Museum of Piping Click here or Tel:+44(0)141-342-5254