The Burrell Collection
Housed in its purpose-built home surrounded by beautiful parkland, The Burrell Collections is ranked amongst the most significant civic museum collections in the UK!
About The Burrell Collection
| 2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G43 1AT | |
| 01412872550 | |
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The Burrell Collection is part of Glasgow Museums and is free to visit.
Visit The Burrell Collection to see an astonishing range of beautiful objects from around the world. The collection is named after its donor, the shipping magnate Sir William Burrell. It’s one of the greatest collections ever created by one person, comprising over 8000 objects.
In the heart of Pollok Country Park, this award-winning building houses a unique collection in a beautiful woodland setting.
The Burrell Collection displays range from work by major artists including Rodin, Degas and Cézanne, to important examples of late medieval art, Chinese and Islamic art, Ancient Civilizations and more.
The Burrell Collection regularly hosts temporary exhibitions, and runs an extensive programme of events and activities for both adults and families with children.
All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.
Upcoming Events at The Burrell Collection
Burrell Bites
Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from the Burrell Collection each week, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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Themed Tours at The Burrell Collection
Join the Burrell Collection's expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours.
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Discover! Spring Holiday Weekend Sessions
Join The Burrell Collection during the Spring holidays for a free drop in family session where you can get hands on and find out more about the collection through crafts, music and object handling!
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Sculpture and Sketch at The Burrell Collection
Join The Burrell Collection for an informal sketching session in the gallery focused on the amazing sculpture collection. It’s free, materials are provided and there is no need to book!
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Spring Holiday Programme: Celebrating Change
From objects that have transformed over centuries to artworks shaped by time and the seasons, The Burrell's Spring Discover sessions invite you to explore how change touches everything around us!
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Mini Museum Explorers at The Burrell Collection
Do you know an intrepid explorer who would love to get involved with a mix of structured and free play? Join The Burrell Collection for their Mini Museum Explorers sessions!
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Art For Baby
Art for Baby is a fun informal workshop that offers a space for rest and wellbeing in the Burrell Collection for parents, carers and babies.
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Return to the Garden at The Burrell Collection
This May, The Burrell Collection becomes the runway when it showcases Flora McFarlane's latest collection, Return to the Garden, inspired by the museum's world class collection!
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Tramway Beyond Walls: Cirqulation Ensemble presents JOURNEY
JOURNEY by Cirqulation, Scotland’s travelling contemporary circus ensemble, is a stunning, emotionally resonant ride through stories of change, challenge, and connection!
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Tea Green Summer Market: The Burrell Collection
Join Tea Green at The Burrell Collection for an unmissable summer market on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August!
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Join Tea Green at The Burrell Collection this November for an unmissable winter market featuring an inspiring showcase of independent creative businesses based all across Scotland!
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