Our Vision
We envision the Falconer Museum as a vibrant, inclusive centre of learning and discovery – celebrating Scotland’s natural and cultural heritage while inspiring creativity, environmental responsibility, and global awareness for generations to come.
The Falconer Museum celebrates the rich heritage of Forres and Moray through its remarkable collections of fossils, natural history, archaeology and palaeontology. Visitors will discover local links to heritage sites and tourist trails, including Pictish artefacts such as Sueno’s Stone, alongside global stories from Hugh Falconer’s collections connected to India and China. The museum’s store, archaeology lab and beautiful historic building all add to a unique place of discovery.
From fascinating fossils to local archaeology and Pictish artefacts, the Falconer Museum will offer stories that connect Forres and Moray with science, history, climate and the wider world. When it reopens, visitors of all ages will be able to enjoy world-class specimens, local heritage, global connections and behind-the-scenes insights in a welcoming setting designed for learning, curiosity and discovery.
After more than 150 years of history, the Falconer Museum remains a much-loved part of Forres. Since closing in 2019, there has been strong support for bringing it back to life. With an independent charity leading the way, the museum is preparing to welcome local people, schools, researchers and visitors to Moray with new displays, engaging exhibitions and fresh opportunities to explore its collections.
Hugh Falconer’s collections connect Forres with India, China and the wider world, while the museum’s archaeology lab offers exciting potential for research and discovery. Set within a striking Victorian building, the Falconer Museum is moving towards a future where its irreplaceable collections can be cared for, explored and shared in fresh, engaging ways.