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John Paul Jones Cottage Museum

Near Kirkbean

In 1778, during the American War of Independence, he raided Whitehaven and Kirkcudbright. Famous as the 'Father of the American Navy' he later became an admiral in the Russian Navy. His birthplace is furnished in the 1700's style.

There is an attractive rural picnic area offering marvellous views of the Solway and the Lake District.

Contact

John Paul Jones Cottage Museum
Arbigland Estate
Near Kirkbean
Dumfries & Galloway
DG2 8BQ

Phone: 01387 880613
Email: postmaster@dumfriesmuseum.demon.co.uk
Website: http://www.jpj.demon.co.uk

Directions

Situated in the grounds of Arbigland Estate, near Kirkbean, 13 miles south west of Dumfries on the A710.

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