In the lower gallery you will discover Shetland’s journey from its geological beginnings to circa 1800, finishing in the dramatic Boat Hall which spans both floors. Once upstairs take time to admire the boats from the viewing balcony before entering the upper gallery to discover Shetland from circa 1800 to the present day.

The galleries contain twelve zones:

Early beginnings

Early people

Home and land

Customs and folklore

Harvest from the sea

Boats

Changing culture

On the move

Power and state

Trade and industry

Maritime and fisheries

Textiles