A Hidden Gem

Welcome to Dalgarven Mill. A unique Scottish museum hidden in the North Ayrshire countryside. The former grain mill showcases both our farming heritage and a wide spectrum of costumes.

Farming & industrial heritage

Beautifully restored mill buildings offer our visitors a chance to step into the past.

A world class costume collection

With over 3,000 items in the collection dating from 1775 to the present day, highlights are rotated for display in themed exhibitions.

The Miller's Kitchen Coffee Shop

Having explored the museums exhibition space, enjoy some home baking and a coffee or a light lunch in our welcoming café.

Welcome to our Museum

Dalgarven Mill Museum is situated in a tranquil rural setting directly off the A737, halfway between Kilwinning and Dalry. The Museum is housed in the historic grain mill constructed in 1880. Beautifully restored buildings offer the visitor a chance to step into the past. Experience the sight and sound of one of Scotland’s last working water wheel, powered by the River Garnock. The granaries on three floors house exhibits illuminating the lives of the past community farmers and associated trades.

Our costume collection is acknowledged as one of Scotland’s finest. With over 3,000 items in the collection dating from 1775 to the present day, highlights are rotated for display in themed exhibitions.

After your visit to the Museum, take in the tranquillity of our riverside walk, enjoy some home baking and a coffee or a light lunch in the Miller’s Kitchen Coffee Room.

Click on the image below for a flyover view of the Mill and to see our water wheel in action.

Forties Fashion and Military Uniforms
 
Forties Fashion and Military Uniforms
Come and see our two new exhibitions! Forties Fashion and Military Uniforms!
Ayrshire Whitework Exhibition
 
Ayrshire Whitework Exhibition
Our Ayrshire Whitework exhibition is up and running in our first floor gallery!
Send a card and support the Museum
 
Send a card and support the Museum
Send a personalised card or ecard today and donate to the Museum with every purchase.
Our new website is live
 
Our new website is live
We are delighted that we have been able to launch a new, modern website where you will be able to find out what is happening at the Museum.
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