<!-- [if gte mso 9]> <o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <o:AllowPNG/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <![endif]--> The Old Town House, built in 1788 has been used for a number of purposes throughout the years, from its original purpose as the administrative centre for the Old Aberdeen Burgh council, to a Masonic Lodge and a library. The University of Aberdeen King?s Museum moved into the building in 2012, displaying the University?s vast collection through changing temporary exhibitions.??