What's on at Stromness Museum

Current exhibitions

19 May 2025 to 18 May 2026
Powered by the People.
Powered by People showcases Orkney's rich and evolving renewabl
22 Jul 2025
Shoogly Holm
Jenny Pope will present her inspiration, research ideas and progress for her project Shoogly Holm.

More events

A carved whalebone figurine being held in a pair of gloved hands
7 May 2025 to 26 Sep 2025
£16.00 per person
Take our exclusive Museum Tour Through this guided tour, given by one of our Museum team, you will enjoy an informative, engaging and in-depth experience, one which will enable you to connect with people from our past through the stories behind the artefacts.  
Stromness Museum shoreline rambles
4 Jun 2025 to 5 Aug 2025
Varies
Booking Fee applies
The shoreline rambles connect the Museum's natural history collection with the Stromness shoreline.
Stromness Museum snorkel safari
20 Jul 2025
10:00am and 1:00pm
£60 per person
Get a unique view of Orkney from the comfort of a dry suit. Help us record our local marine wildlife and learn about ocean conservation.