 Address High Road, Motherwell
Motherwell Heritage Centre is a distinctive building in the modern style which first opened its doors in November 1996. It is a Scottish Tourist Board '4-Star' graded visitor attraction.
The main feature of the centre is its 'Technopolis' multi-media display on the heritage of the area from the days of the Romans, through the rise and fall of local heavy industries to the era of present day Motherwell.
The heyday of the traditional industries such as mining, railways and steel production are brought to life through foundry and street scenes, glimpses of domestic life, talking figures and 'hands on' interactive technology.
The Heritage Centre offers a range of Discovery Boxes for loan, and museum workshops for schools that tie in closely with the 5 –14 environmental studies curriculum. Click on School Workshops to find out more.
Facilities
On the ground floor is a gallery area which sees some six different exhibitions a year. These are either curated 'in-house' or touring exhibitions from the National Museums of Scotland, the Crafts Council or other organisations. Use the "Contact Us" box that appears on the right-hand side of your screen for details on the exhibition programme and how to book the space.
Upstairs is a conference and activities room available for hire, complete with audio-visual facilities. Fold-out tiered seating allows for the seating of up to 60 persons. Use the "Contact Us" box that appears on the right-hand side of your screen to check on the conference room availability. Click on Conference Room to get costs of hire. Please note the centre is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Catering can be provided in the conference room.
The centre has a local studies and family history research room with microfilm and microfiche readers, computers for database searching and a photocopier and fax machine.
A small shop area sells a range of heritage books, postcards, gifts, sweets and mementoes.
Service Standards and Comment Card
Please use the link to view our Service Standards and Comments Cards card.
Visitor Surveys
Please use the link to view our Visitor Surveys
Opening Hours
Mondays to Saturdays, 10.00am to 5.00pm (Thursdays to 7.00pm)Sundays 12 noon to 5.00pm (Local studies area is closed on Sundays and Public Holidays)
Closed December 25th & 26th and January 1st & 2nd.
Booking Arrangements
School groups must book for the workshop programme, for current availability call the centre on 01698 251000.
The conference room must be pre-booked as far in advance as possible, as it is a popular venue.
Although not essential, it is recommended that if planning to visit the centre, larger groups book in beforehand. This ensures your visit does not clash with either a schools workshop or other event and that staff will be on hand to assist with your party.
Admission
Admission is free.
A charge is made for the hire of the conference room and for staff time over 30 minutes when assisting with family history researches.
Transport
For further details on transport available click on Public Transport.
Management Rules
All our facilities are managed by a set of rules and regulations. To familiarise yourself with them click on Management Rules
Location Map
Use the "Map" box on the right-hand side of the screen for information on where you can find the centre.
Contact Us
For further information (or if you have any questions) please use the "Contact Us" box that appears on the right-hand side of your screen'.
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