📜 Historic municipal building in Kirkcudbright, constructed 1627-1629. Opened as art center by Queen Elizabeth II in 1993. 🔍 Originally served as courthouse, prison, and town council meeting place. Now serves as a local museum, art gallery, and visitor centre. # Why Go 🏛️ Explore a 17th-century courthouse and jail. 📖 Learn about infamous prisoners like John Paul Jones. 🎨 View contemporary art exhibitions. 📚 Browse a shop with gifts and art supplies. ♿ Accessible facilities, including a lift and accessible toilets. # Why Avoid ♿ Second floor studio gallery not wheelchair accessible. 🚧 Ground outside museum is cobbled. # Cost 💰 Free admission, donations welcomed. # Hours 🕒 October 1 - April 15: Mon-Sat 11:00-16:00, Sundays closed, Bank holidays 11:00-16:00. 📅 April 16 - September 30: Daily 11:00-16:00. # Getting There 🅿️ Public parking nearby, street parking available. 🐕 Assistance dogs welcome. 🗣️ Films within the venue include subtitles. # Toilets 🚽 Accessible toilets on ground floor, additional male/female toilets on first floor.