The building will close until the autumn (Image: Newsquest)
Girvan's historic McKechnie Institute will close to the public until the autumn from this weekend.
Essential works to improve accessibility in the building are set to take place, with the museum and gallery closing to the public from 4pm on Saturday, June 29.
South Ayrshire Council has appointed a contractor to install a new passenger lift on the ground floor of the historic building.
Plans have been developed with its planning department, and agreed with Historic Environment Scotland to make sure the best solution for the building could be found.
A council spokesperson said: "We apologise for this unavoidable disruption but look forward to welcoming you back early Autumn 2024."
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here