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Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum

Dunfermline, United Kingdom•4.7(450)•Museum, Heritage Site•Venue Hire

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Discover the rags-to-riches story of Andrew Carnegie in his humble birthplace cottage and Art Deco museum hall.

The Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum tells the remarkable story of the Scottish weaver's son who became the world's richest man. Visit the humble cottage where Carnegie was born and explore the 1928 Art Deco museum hall with interactive displays about his journey to America and philanthropic legacy supporting Carnegie Hall and libraries worldwide. Free admission with donations welcome. Includes weaving demonstrations, children's activities, cafe, and garden.

Prices

Free entry

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Opening Hours

Monday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
Tuesday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
Wednesday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
Thursday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
Friday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
Saturday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM*
Sunday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM*

* Last Entry at 3:20pm

+44 1383 724302[email protected]Visit websiteMoodie Street, KY12 7PL

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor

Typical visit duration

1-3 hours

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn) – 10 years

Perfect for

#InteractiveExhibits#SensoryPlay
#History

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Self Service Cafe

Refreshments can be enjoyed in our cafe area. Self service coffee machine - uses coins. Packed lunches and snacks welcome.

Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00am to 16:00pm (last entry 3:20pm)

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4.7(450 reviews)
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Davide Gili

Davide Gili

2 weeks ago

Very interesting and a great experience overall

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Rozie

Rozie

a month ago

Very interesting place to visit. Very Scottish and American as he made his fortune in the US. We appreciated the coffee machine and biscuits for a small contribution. Excellent staff. Places for children to draw

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Alee

Alee

3 months ago

Great little museum, small but lots to look at, really interesting to learn more about his life. Staff were super knowledgeable aswell, been to a few museums where the staff didn’t know too much about the exhibits so was pleasantly surprised and very impressed! Gift shop is also great, I like that they feature local artists rather than standard gift shop stuff

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barry stone

barry stone

3 months ago

We were stopping in Dunfermline. Had a walk around the city and popped in to find out the history of the gentleman and his life. Very interesting

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niki herodek

niki herodek

a year ago

This museum is about a wonderful man, who helped human mankind to have a more meaningful life! Donated great amount of money to build libraries and so on! The museum itself is a great place to take kids! So many amazing games and opportunities to learn! The staff is also very kind! The museum is free, but donations is possible.

Reviews last updated: 6 December 2025

Events at Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum

Bobbin Babies
27 Oct – 24 Nov

Bobbin Babies

Tue 27 Oct · Sessions 9:30am–11am · book ahead +1 more date

🧸Stay & Play Sessions

This venue was last updated on 4 December 2025

Frequently asked questions about Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum

Is Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum free to visit?

Entry to Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum is completely free — there are no admission charges, making it a great no-cost option for a family day out.

What ages is Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum suitable for?

Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum is suitable from newborn up to age 10.

Is Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum.

Is there parking at Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum?

Yes — Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum?

Yes — Self Service Cafe is on site at Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum. Refreshments can be enjoyed in our cafe area.

Is Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum?

Plan 1–3 hours for a visit to Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum.

How do I get to Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum by public transport?

Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum is well-served by public transport — buses 4, 5, 6 stop nearby, and Dunfermline City station is about 6 minutes' walk away.
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