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ALL BUILDINGS
Visit the most important court in Glasgow, where notorious villains of bygone were tried. Visit courtrooms old and new and cells where prisoners are housed. Take a guided tour or wander leisurely.
Your chance to see INSIDE this ICONIC church facing the University since 1884. On display will be some of the wonderful embroideries created by Hannah Frew Paterson and other highly skilled artists
Come & explore this newly renovated church building in the heart of the city dated from 1877. You will experience a story of survival & renewal, of community & creativity, of art & poetry.
Learn how we build social connections though transforming local spaces. Be inspired by our Anti-Racist Library, where all are welcome!
What began as a single screen cinema nearly 50 years ago has become Scotland’s most diverse and best publicly attended independent cinema in Scotland also running the Glasgow Film Festival.
Our event space in the heart of Springburn Park, Glasgow’s last great Victorian park. We look forwards to taking part in the Doors Open Day Festival again, and welcoming more people to our space.
See the very auditorium where Stan Laurel made his stage debut and experience the sights, sounds, touch, and smell of the world's oldest surviving music hall.
Lodge Georgetown 1170 has operated in our area for over 100 years. Visit our hall, set up as it would be in our closed meetings, find our about our craft and explore our history and museum artefacts!
ALL EVENTS
Using archives to find out about the history of your local neighbourhood.
Come and experience a light hearted trip along the canal from Lambhill Stables to Stockingfield Bridge
Join us as we explore the history of the British Home Children, through archives.
Join us for a special film screening exploring the intersections between beekeeping, agriculture and environmentalism with a Q&A with director Dani Acosta.
Join Iain Clark and Alan Riach at Glasgow Doors Open Day for an engaging discussion about their artistic and literary practices. Iain, a renowned photographic artist, blends photography and painting, while Alan, a celebrated scholar, specialises in twentieth-century literature. Both bring unique perspectives to this interactive event.
The University of Glasgow’s ARC hosts Iain Clark's solo photography exhibition, showcasing Glaswegians through monochromatic and color portraits. The exhibit captures the spirit of Glasgow, blending ordinary faces with local legends.
ALL RESOURCES
An easy, how-to guide to help you begin your Wiki Walks journey. Learn why Wikimedia Commons is important and how you can help make it better.
Watch a series of short films ‘Climate Change and Glasgow’s Homes’ following experts, homeowners and tradespeople taking on the challenges of retrofitting Glasgow’s homes in 2024
Explore Glasgow's vibrant streets through the eyes of a wheelchair-user. This storymap reveals the city's blend of history, art, and accessibility, offering a unique and inclusive perspective.
ALL TRAILS
Join GBPT for a wander round Garnethill and Sauchiehall Street, capturing photos and stories.
Come explore the stables and the local buildings and landmarks with a local historian, Michael Nakonecznyj.
We invite you to join us for a walk around Glasgow city centre identifying derelict buildings listed on the Building At Risk website, and others which are yet to be added to the list.
2 hour guided themed walk around Central Glasgow's Merchant City/ tobacco lords domain, looking at history, buildings, legacies in the most popular of the four free walks i offer to Glaswegians and visitors to our great city alike. Meet new people, see new things, & Glaswegian humour along the way
Visit the Barras Market Area and explore the fascinating charms of the Barras.
Come explore local sculptures, on a walk through the North East of Glasgow, building a compelling historical overview of the area, spanning a period from 1902 to the present day
Join this guided walk exploring the bridges of Glasgow’s River Clyde, take a walk through history & find out how the bridges have transformed Glasgow over the centuries.
Discover the beautiful surroundings of Maryhill and its rich history through our trails. We offer free maps of trails suitable for all ages and types of walks.
