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Heart of Midlothian Football Heritage Museum & Memorial

The official museum of Heart of Midlothian FC, chronicling 150 years of Scottish football history and the heroism of McCrae's Battalion.

Heart of Midlothian Football Heritage Museum & Memorial

About Heart of Midlothian Football Heritage Museum & Memorial

Heritage background, architectural provenance & visitor guide

150 Years of Scottish Football

Founded in 1874, Hearts is one of the oldest and most storied sporting institutions in Scotland. The club museum preserves silver trophies, match-worn historic jerseys, and archive film.

The Sacrifice of McCrae's Battalion

The museum movingly documents the 1914 team who enlisted en masse in Sir George McCrae's 16th Royal Scots Battalion during the First World War, an act honored with a permanent memorial.

Key Highlights & Facilities

Verified visitor amenities, accessibility, and distinctive features

Historic 1874 Founding Trophies Collection
McCrae's Battalion Great War Permanent Memorial
Interactive Scottish Football Archives
Historic Matchworn Jersey Exhibits
Full Wheelchair & Lift Accessibility
Official Club Store & Supporter Cafe

Visitor Perspectives

Verified authentic traveler observations

4.8 / 5.0
Sports Heritage Biographer

“The McCrae's Battalion gallery is profoundly moving. This is not just football history; it is an essential chapter of Scottish social memory.”

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