Discovering Dali
Explore a world of dreams and imagination at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum to commemorate the birthday of Surrealist artist Salvador Dali!
About Discovering Dali
| 9th May 2026 to 10th May 2026 | |
| Saturday 1.30pm - 4pm / Sunday 12.30pm - 3pm | |
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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Argyle Street, Glasgow West End G3 8AG |
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| This is a free event | |
| Event organiser/part of Glasgow Museums | |
| Visit the event website here |
Come and explore the world of dreams and imagination to commemorate the birthday of Surrealist artist Salvador Dali. Take part by collaging your own 'dream world' and have a go at our Dali challenge.
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