Tangwick Haa Museum

Tangwick Haa was built in the late 17th century for the Cheyne family. The last resident laird, John Cheyne, died in 1840. The building fell into disrepair last century. It was restored by Shetland Amenity Trust as a museum. Different aspects of life in Northmavine are illustrated by using a mixture of artefacts and photographs.

Our Collection

Crofting

The collection comprises a reasonably comprehensive selection of hand implements commonly used before widespread mechinisation took place in Northmavine following World War II. There are also a few horse-drawn implements.

Fishing

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Keywords
Costume & textiles, Industry & commerce, Maritime, Social history

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Tangwick Haa Museum

Tangwick Haa Museum
Eshaness
Shetland
ZE2 9RS

Tel: 01806 503389

Email:
davy@shetlandamenity.org

For more information visit:
http://www.tangwickhaa.org.uk/

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