Burrell Collection
- Telephone 0141 287 2550
- Opening times Mon–Thu & Sat 10am–5pm; Fri & Sun 11am–5pm.
- Admission Free
- Website www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/…
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In the heart of Pollok Country Park is this collection of art, including work by Degas, Rodin and Cézanne as well as ancient and medieval artefacts. It is named after shipping tycoon Sir William Burrell who amassed much of its collection of over 8000 objects in his own lifetime.
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There are 5 events at this location
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Burrell For Families
Regular family drop-in session featuring fun activities including storytelling, tours, arts and crafts based on the Burrell's fascinating collections. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sat 22 Jun
Times to be confirmed / Free / 0141 287 2550
'Strike a Pose' – design some fabulous fashions and decorate a paper model.
Burrell Walking Tours
Get fit and get learning at these themed walks. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Call to book.
Sun 23 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2564
Today it's a 'flora' themed tour.
- 14:00 – 16:00 Burrell Collection Burrell Walking Tours
Curator's Favourites
Regular talks on museum staff's favourite objects from the collection.
Wed 19 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
This week: All that Glistens – Gold at the Burrell.
- 12:30 – 14:30 Burrell Collection Curator's Favourites
Wed 26 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
This week it's a look at a painted Islamic ivory box made in the 12th century Norman Sicily.
- 12:30 – 14:30 Burrell Collection Curator's Favourites
Gilt and Silk: Early Seventeenth Century Costume
The Burrell's collection of 17th century garb is given the spotlight, including a rare embroidered skirt panel that Anne of Denmark might have once donned.
Wed 19 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
Fri 21 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
Sat 22 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
Themed Tour
Themed tours of the collections, on a different subject each time.
Thu 20 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
Today: Stained Glass at the Burrell.
- 12:30 – 14:30 Burrell Collection Themed Tour
Tue 25 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
This week: Medical Matters at the Burrell.
- 12:30 – 14:30 Burrell Collection Themed Tour
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