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Gordon Highlanders Museum
St. Lukes, Viewfield Rd, Aberdeen Aberdeenshire AB15 7XHTel: 01224 311200
http://www.gordonhighlanders.com
On a visit to The Gordon Highlanders Museum in Aberdeen you can experience the dramatic story and events surrounding on of Scotland's most famous regiments. This interesting exhibition includes some of the Regiment's belongings and treasures, which were collected over two centuries.
There is also a permanent telling the story of the past regiments and how they survived through this terrible time. There is an excellent programme accompanying many artefacts and pieces.
You can enjoy interactive events and state-of-the-art touch screen presentations. As well as the permanent collection of World War II and the regiments pieces there are many events going out throughout the year that will interest the whole family.
You can take a look at the visual introduction to the museum and even try on some of the uniforms! Why not experience what it was like first hand to be part of The Gordon Highlanders and learn what it's like to be a soldier for the day. A family quiz sheet is also available on entrance to entertain and guide young visitors and families easily around the museum.
There is a wide range of gifts at the museum shop, including, videos, music CD's, tartan, badges, statues and figures, and engraved crystal with the Gordon Highlanders crest.
As well as the wealth of things to do and see inside, externally you can enjoy the stunning grounds of the 19th century grounds including many species of flowers and even a secret garden!
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