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The Burrell Collection

The Burrell Collection

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With a strong track record in modern and contemporary art, Glasgow is a must-visit for museum and gallery lovers, and close to some of Scotland’s most impressive historic sites and castles.

Must-see museums

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Places to visit with your National Art Pass

Scottish Football Museum

University of Glasgow Library…

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Mu…

50% off exhibitions

The Hunterian

50% off exhibitions

Glasgow Women's Library

20% off in shop

GoMA, Gallery of Modern Art

10% off in shop

Riverside Museum

Summerlee Museum of Scottish I…

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Upcoming Events

Make, play and learn at family events for The Wild Escape across the UK

Wild Escape at GOMA

11 - 12 April 2023

Celebrate wildlife and creativity with Glasgow Museums in these fun sessions inspired by t…

GoMA, Gallery of Modern Art

Wild Escape at GOMA

3 - 5 April 2023

Celebrate wildlife and creativity with Glasgow Museums in these fun sessions inspired by t…

GoMA, Gallery of Modern Art

Earth Day at The Burrell Colle…

Celebrate Earth Day with Glasgow Museums.

Burrell Collection

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Recommendations for your next day out

Jackie Kay and Hollie McNish a…

National Poet for Scotland Jackie Kay takes fellow poet Hollie McNish along to Glasgow Wom…

Glasgow Women's Library

Edith Bowman at Kelvingrove Ar…

Broadcaster and DJ Edith Bowman takes her friend, photographer Kellee Quinn, to Kelvingrov…

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales

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Animal encounters: Museums with farms, butterfly houses, aviaries and more

Majestic horses, rare birds and even live beehives – explore the animal kingdom at these museums and historic houses this spring.

Polly at Glasgow Women's Library.

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An insider's guide to Glasgow

Local insider Polly Neill offers a personal take on the perfect route through Glasgow, from the grandeur of Kelvingrove Art Gallery to vibrant...

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Family-friendly museums: Top spots for visiting with kids

From enchanted libraries to adorable farm animals, museums have so much to offer for curious young minds.

Exterior of the Burrell Collection

The story behind Glasgow’s Burrell Collection

David Trigg explores the Burrell Collection, home to one of the most significant personal collections ever gifted to the public, which is reopening...

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The more you see, the more we do.

The National Art Pass lets you enjoy free entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic places across the UK, while raising money to support them.

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