This exhibition is currently not on display, but will return in 2027.
The Community Museum's permanent exhibition was co-curated with our volunteer team and tells the local history of Broxburn and Uphall. The exhibition has a variety of artefacts featuring local communities, people and stories. We also have a digital interactive display for you to delve into and find out more. Our interactive pin display is great for kids to explore the history of the local bings.
This exhibition gives a fascinating insight into Michael's early life growing up in Broxburn through to directing major Hollywood movies such as Memphis Belle, Rob Roy and Doc Hollywood. Michael is also credited with launching the career of Leonardo DiCaprio after casting him in his first lead role in This Boy's Life in 1993, with DiCaprio paying tribute to the director in his Oscar acceptance speech in 2016.
Michael Caton-Jones says of the display: "It's a real honour to see this new exhibition of my life and career back in my hometown of Broxburn. I had a great childhood here, and my first experience of film was going along to the local Regal Cinema every week. It didn't seem like an option when I was growing up as a boy from Broxburn to become a film director, but my experiences of growing up working class here had a huge influence on who I am as person and on my career."
The exhibition runs until April 2027.
Collection Highlights
Explore some of the Community Museum's collection highlights by clicking on the images to find out more!
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This decorative boot was carved from shale. The carving of shale into jewellery and other items was once a popular past-time.
Carved shale boot
Get Involved
The Broxburn and Uphall Community Museum isn't possible without you! You can get involved by donating objects or pictures to the Museum, or by joining our volunteer team. Just get in touch with us using the contact details below and we'll be happy to talk to you about the different opportunities.
We are currently looking for volunteers to join the Broxburn and Uphall Community Museum group. The group meets regularly to help make decisions about the Museum's future. No experience is required for this opportunity. Please get in touch if you are interested using the contact details below.
Accessibility
There are 10 allocated disabled parking spaces available in front of the Strathbrock Partnership Centre. There is no charge for these spaces. They are not bookable in advance.
Entry to the museum is through the front entrance of the Strathbrock Partnership Centre. There is level access to the Community Museum. The entrance has automatic doors.
The Museum space is level. Wheelchair-accessible toilets are available.
West Lothian Council is a breastfeeding friendly organisation.
Assistance dogs are welcome.
The Museum space is generally relatively quiet and uncrowded. However, please be aware that the space is shared with other community facilities.
