Scotland’s Jute Museum @ Verdant Works
'If it wasnae for the weavers where would we be?
We'd be in the poor house or infirmary'
Verdant Works is a tale of two cities, both of them Dundee. For thousands in the 19th century it was a city of long working hours, poor pay and ill health. For the priviledged few it was a city of opportunity and wealth. At Verdant Works the rattle and the roar of the original restored machinery, the Juteopolis film show and computer displays transport you back over 100 years to an era when jute was king and Dundee was its realm.
Absorb the sights, sounds and smells; sense the earth tremble as the original machines roar into life. Hear the workers' tales as they confide their secrets and tell you of their hopes and dreams. With a stunning range of displays including film shows, multimedia computers and hands-on interactives, it's a great fun day out for all the family.
For an experience you will never forget visit Verdant Works - it's "Simply the best".
Opening Hours
Summer - Mon-Sat 10am-6pm (Sun 11am-6pm)
Winter - Wed-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm (Sun 11am-4.30pm) NB: closed Mondays and Tuesdays Nov-March
Last admission 1 hour before closing
Contact
Mr
Mark
Munsie
West Henderson's Wynd
Dundee
Angus
DD1 5BT
Scotland
Tel: +44 (1382) 309060
Fax: +44 (1382) 221612
E-Mail: info@dundeeheritage.co.uk
WWW: http://www.verdantworks.com
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