01 / Discover
The exhibition
Explore the life, work and times of James Leslie Mitchell, better known as Lewis Grassic Gibbon.
Step into his world →A warm welcome to the Mearns
A place for stories.
A pause for coffee.
Discover the life and world of Lewis Grassic Gibbon, then take a little time for yourself in our café.
Photograph © Kevin Adam
Café & exhibitionLiterature, local history and a warm welcome
In the heart of ArbuthnottLaurencekirk, Aberdeenshire · AB30 1PB
Planning a visit?Please confirm current opening hours
Come for the story.
Stay a little longer.
A community-run centre celebrating a remarkable writer and the countryside that shaped his work.
02 / Take a seat
Café & gift shop
Make time for a café stop alongside your visit to the museum, or call in when you’re passing through.
Explore the café →03 / Read & explore
The writer & the Mearns
Discover the author behind Sunset Song and his connection to this corner of northeast Scotland.
Meet Lewis Grassic Gibbon →Lewis Grassic Gibbon
A Scottish story.
Rooted in this landscape.
First published in 1932, Sunset Song brings the Mearns to life. Here in Arbuthnott, you can discover more about the writer whose work gave this landscape such a lasting voice.
Discover the author →Find your way here
We look forward
to welcoming you.
The Grassic Gibbon Centre
Arbuthnott, Laurencekirk
Aberdeenshire, AB30 1PB
Opening hours & admission
Current times and exhibition admission details are awaiting confirmation. Please check before travelling.
Get in touch01561 361668
Group visits & accessibility
Please contact the Centre to discuss your group or access requirements before your visit.