Museums · Central Scotland
John Muir Birthplace
In or near West Barns.
John Muir Birthplace — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Dunbar · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
John Muir Birthplace is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
John Muir's Birthplace is a museum located in Dunbar, East Lothian, dedicated to the life and achievements of John Muir, a notable figure in environmentalism. Visitors can explore exhibits that highlight his contributions as an inventor, botanist, and writer, as well as the history of the John Muir Way.
Place summary
John Muir Birthplace is a museum located in central Scotland. It commemorates the life of naturalist John Muir, known for his contributions to conservation. The building serves as an educational resource, detailing Muir's early influences and his impact on the environmental movement.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0029, -2.5169
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH42 1JJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lothian East
- Phone
- 01368 865 899
- Nearest railway station
- Dunbar — 0.6 km
- Opening
- Wed – Sat: 10am – 5pm; Sun: 1pm – 5pm; Mon & Tue: Closed
- Official site
- www.jmbt.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/211039473 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is John Muir Birthplace?
- John Muir Birthplace is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH42 1JJ).
- What is John Muir Birthplace?
- John Muir Birthplace — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to John Muir Birthplace?
- The nearest railway station is Dunbar, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH42 1JJ.
- How do I get to John Muir Birthplace?
- The nearest railway station is Dunbar, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH42 1JJ.