Provost Skene's House
About Provost Skene's House
Dating from 1545, the oldest surviving town house in Aberdeen is home to the city’s newest attraction, celebrating the pioneering people of Aberdeen and the North-East of Scotland who have not only shaped the city but have also helped transform the world. Your clients can discover the stories and achievements of more than 100 remarkable individuals from Aberdeen and the North-East in new interactive displays. They range from singer and activist Annie Lennox to world innovator Thomas Blake Glover, and football legend Sir Alex Ferguson.
Their stories are brought to life in 10 themed displays which are full of fascinating facts to read, audio-visual content and hands on interactive elements.
ON SITE
- Accessibility: Due to the historic nature of the house, we are sorry that the upper floors of the building are not accessible to wheelchair users or visitors with restricted mobility. The upper floors are reached by a winding staircase which visitors with restricted mobility may find difficult. We ask visitors to watch out for low ceilings and uneven floors as they make their way around the building
- Interactive exhibits
- Coach drop off available on adjacent street
Product Offerings
1 hour
7 days a week, year-round on request
25-40 min/max
Travel Trade pricing available - Contact for more information.
Exclusive use of Provost Skene’s House, where your clients can explore the town house independently, experiencing the 10 themed displays and stunning building without the crowd.
Inclusions
- Exclusive use of Provost Skene’s House
Upsells
- Guided tour of the town house - price dependent on group size and available on request
- Themed talk available on request (additional charge)
- Drinks reception - including canapés and refreshments. Prices from an additional
- Add an additional hour
1 hour
7 days a week, year-round on request
1-12 min/max
Travel Trade pricing available - Contact for more information.
A part-guided visit providing an insight into the history of the building and highlighting some of the marvels that are recognised in Provost Skene’s House. Your clients can then explore the displays before joining the guide again in the exquisite Painted Gallery, learning about the fascinating history of the room that dates back to 1626. The guide will also highlight the remaining must-see displays.
Inclusions
- Part-guided
Upsells
- Curator led tour. See "More Information" Sheet
15 mins
7 days a week, year-round on request
6-20 min/max
Travel Trade pricing available - Contact for more information.
Experience a personalised welcome outside the magnificent Provost Skene’s House. A introduction will highlight interesting facts about the town house’s history and the redevelopment project that was completed in 2021. A synopsis will be provided of the must-see inspirational individuals, highlighting the key pieces the group must visit when exploring the town house independently after the welcome.
Inclusions
- Introduction and welcome outside the magnificent Provost Skene’s House.
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