Welcome to the Clan Macpherson Museum

The Clan Macpherson Museum in Newtonmore shares the remarkable story of the Clan and its people. Our refurbished exhibition explores family and belonging, land and landscape, and loyalty and rebellion. Set in the heart of the Cairngorms, the Museum preserves the story of one of Scotland’s most prominent Highland clans through artefacts, stories, and traditions.

Experience the Story of High Resolve, Patriotism,
Loyalty, and the Jacobite Cause

Interior view of the Clan Macpherson Museum, featuring a large portrait of Ewen Macpherson of Cluny, framed artworks, and artefacts displayed in glass cases. Green gallery walls and wooden beams complete the space.

About the Museum

Learn more about our story, purpose, and historical foundations

Our Story

Jamie Macpherson’s broken fiddle, displayed in an open wooden case lined with red fabric.

Explore the Collection

Take a virtual tour and explore key objects that reveal the Clan’s Highland legacy

Watch The Tour

Exterior of the Clan Macpherson Museum in Newtonmore, with stone wall, lawns, and tartan-framed entrance sign.

Plan Your Visit

Ready to visit? Enjoy free entry, parking, accessible facilities, and family-friendly activities

Visitor Guide

Latest from the Museum

See recent news, projects and updates from the Clan Macpherson Museum.

Museum Visit

Surprise Visit from Sandra Macpherson

Sandra Macpherson made a surprise visit to the Museum and signed copies of her book, A Strange and Wild Place.

Museum Visit

A Special Visit for the Caman

Alan MacPherson of Tanera Camans visited with his son to see the 200-year-old caman he sponsored through Adopt An Artefact.

Support

Sponsor Announced: Cat Logo Etching

Donna McPherson Rucks has been announced as the sponsor of the etched glass Cat Logo.

View What’s On

Macpherson Legacy: A Glimpse into Our Story

Journey through highlights from the collection. The Black Chanter, the Cumberland Medallion, and portraits of Eliza and Robert each tell part of Clan Macpherson’s story.

Visit the Museum to see these stories come to life!

Adopt An Artefact

Our new adoption programme is live! Choose from 42 incredible objects across four giving tiers and be part of something special.

Get Started

Heraldic shields display inside the Clan Macpherson Museum, with one shield in focus against blue walls and framed tartans.

Your support helps safeguard the Clan Macpherson Museum. Through donations, membership, volunteering, or spreading the word, you help preserve our heritage for future generations.

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   Jeroen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Interessant museum over de clan, enthousiast toegelicht door een vrijwilliger van het museum.
  
 
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   Hugo Mac 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Superb hub for exploring your highland identity. Packed full of stories of highland life and some world class artefacts on display. The shop is well stocked with quality tees and kilt pins. Very proud to visit every year. Creag Dhu!
  
 
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   Randy Minsky 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super clean and welcoming. Great displays and information.
  
 
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   Steve Best 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wheelchair accessible, small but very nice.
  
 
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   Katie Cordell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Small but informative and nuanced museum! Lovely for a short stop.