Blackburn Art House
History of the Building

Blackburn House was built by George Moncreiff in 1772.  Perhaps the archetypical Scots “Lad of Airts an’ Pairts”, Moncrieff was a self-made man, with his wealth being made (probably dubiously by modern standards) from Antigua at the height of the sugar and spice trade.  The building has a fascinating history, passing through a colourful range of owners.