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.

#CuratorBattles

A Spooky Story: Captain John Macpherson

Whispers of sinister deeds and a chilling end followed Captain John Macpherson, known as the Black Officer. Discover the folklore in our latest #CuratorBattles story.

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.

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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   Rob Barrand 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff were extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. They were really friendly and engaging with the children and went out of their way to make them excited for their holiday in Newtonmore, including advice for the Wildcat trail outside of the museum. Great breadth of exhibits and artefacts throughout the museum. The kids enjoyed the dressing up station, practicing the harp and drawing their own coat of arms. Highly informative visit on the history of the clan life, the Jacobites and the highlands. Plan to return on future holiday.
  
 
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   James Ditmore 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very thorough history of the clan as told through artifacts. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable.
  
 
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   Steve Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place to learn about the Mcpherson history.
  
 
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   Perth Atholl 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tolle Führung, hoch intressant.
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