Scotland's Whale Road
DISCOVERY POINT

Dive into the history of whaling in Dundee and beyond, as we chart RRS Discovery‘s role in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

Talk: Art in Antarctica

We’re joined by polar specialist Henrietta Hammant, who will explore early examples of art made in this beautiful landscape; from watercolours, to carved whale bone, to festive decorations. 

Discovery Point Transformed

Explore our plans to transform Discovery Point, conserve the RRS Discovery, and spark curiosity in heritage for the next 100 years.

Leave a Gift in your Will

Did you know that Dundee Heritage Trust can receive gifts in wills? Your gift could make a lasting difference to our work in Dundee.

Our Mission for Discovery

Dundee Heritage Trust exists to share our heritage for the benefit of current and future generations. Now, we’re on a mission to protect the RRS Discovery and spark curiosity in heritage for the next 100 years.

Conserving RRS Discovery

Explore our £1.4M conservation project aboard the Royal Research Ship Discovery, supported by the National Heritage Memorial Fund.

Polar Publications

Celebrate two iconic publications from within our Polar Collections; the famous South Polar Times compiled on Discovery in 1902, and Shackleton’s rare Aurora Australis.

The Hope Cross
DISCOVERY POINT

Visit the historic Hope Cross at Discovery Point; built in 1922 by Shackleton’s Quest crewmates following his untimely passing.

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What’s On

Discover upcoming exhibitions, events, talks and much more at Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum.

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    7th Sep 2024 – 31st Aug 2025
    Discovery Point

    Exhibition: Scotland’s Whale Road

    Dive into Scotland’s whaling past and uncover the role RRS Discovery played in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.
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  • Free
    7th Feb – 5th May 2025
    Verdant Works Museum

    Exhibition: The Art of Survival

    The 50th anniversary of Dundee Women’s Aid celebrated in an art exhibition showcasing the talent of women in the city.
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  • Pay what you can
    22nd Mar 2025
    Discovery Point

    Talk: The Two Arctics

    Author Eric McVicar explores the history and current situation of the Sami people of the warm Arctic and the Inuit people of the cold Arctic.
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  • Pay what you can
    25th Mar 2025
    Discovery Point

    Wee Explorers in March

    Monthly session of stories, craft and messy play for little ones.
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  • Museum admission
    15th Apr – 8th Sep 2025
    Verdant Works Museum

    International Garden Photographer of the Year Exhibition 18

    Breathtaking photography from around the world shown in Dundee, in the latest International Garden Photographer of the Year Exhibition.
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  • Pay what you can
    26th Apr 2025
    Discovery Point

    Talk: Art in Antarctica

    Polar specialist Henrietta Hammant shares pieces of art from centuries of Antarctic exploration; from whale bone carvings to paintings.
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