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The Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery

At the heart of the University of Glasgow since 1807, The Hunterian connects people with stories, individuals and ideas found in stunning collections of objects, belongings and artworks. The Hunterian Museum features outstanding Roman artefacts from the Antonine Wall; vast natural and life science collections; scientific instruments used by James Watt, Joseph Lister and Lord Kelvin; one of the world’s greatest collections of coins and medals and objects and belongings brought to Glasgow from around the world during hundreds of years of trade, empire, exploitation and migration. The Hunterian Art Gallery is famous for its Whistler and Mackintosh collections and has a wide range of outstanding works on show, from Rubens and Rembrandt to the Scottish Colourists and Glasgow Boys. It also features important works by leading contemporary artists, an outdoor sculpture courtyard with a selection of works by British artists and the Mackintosh House, the reassembled interiors from the Glasgow home of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh. The Hunterian Zoology Museum is also part of The Hunterian.

What's On @ The Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery

Views of Glasgow: A Window into Communities
Cities are not just streets and buildings — they are shaped by the people who live in them. Communities grow through care, connection and shared spaces. They are also tested by division, inequality and change. 'Views of Glasgow' is a powerful new exhibition which combines paintings of Glasgow from The Hunterian collection with artworks, objects and archival material selected by members from the Woodlands community. The resulting dialogue explores how communities are formed, threatened and renewed. Highlights from The Hunterian collection include paintings by Joan Eardley, Tom Macdonald, Danny Ferguson and John Quinton Pringle, alongside works by Fouzia Zafar, Annabel Wright, Blair Cunningham and Mitch Miller. 'Views of Glasgow' also features ceramics, textiles, video, a soundscape installation, oral histories, graffiti, collage and photographs. From everyday encounters to expansive changes to the cityscape, the exhibition considers who owns space; the legacies of empire; shifting identities across Glasgow’s east and west; industry, pollution and the environment; and the importance of community spaces. 'Views of Glasgow' invites you to consider: What does community mean to you today — and in the future? The Hunterian Art Gallery is open from 10.00am until 5.00pm, Tuesday to Sunday. Entry is free. Image: Untitled, 2025. © Annabel Wright.
Little Look Club

Little Look Club

11 Apr 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Join us in the Hunterian Art Gallery for free, family sessions to see and experience artworks together in new ways. What is Little Look Club? Little Look Club is a fun, relaxed art-looking session for children. Each session invites children and families to explore artworks through conversation, imagination and having fun! There are no right or wrong answers – everyone is encouraged to notice details, share ideas and listen to others. Together, we look closely at a handful of artworks on display in the Hunterian Art Gallery, and talk about what we see. Our facilitators guide the discussion using simple, open questions that help children build confidence, curiosity and independent thinking. No art knowledge is required – just bring your curiosity! These sessions are ideal for families who want to slow down, enjoy art together and spark creative conversations. Little Look Club is free to attend, open to all primary‑aged children with an accompanying adult and refreshments are provided.
Mackintosh House Guided Tour

Mackintosh House Guided Tour

23 Apr 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Join us at the Hunterian Art Gallery for our monthly, guided tours of the Mackintosh House – a remarkable Glasgow home! Step into the home of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh and discover the stories behind its iconic design. The artists and designers, whose work is now world famous, designed their distinctive home together. It was remarkable then, and now, for the disciplined austerity of the furnishings and decoration. Join our knowledgable guides to explore the fascinating story of the artists, their house and the Mackintosh collection. Tours take place monthly, on the fourth Thursday of the month and last 45 minutes.

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