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
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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
Discover! Weekend Sessions
Join The Burrell Collection each weekend 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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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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Music at The Burrell with The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
This special concert series at The Burrell Collection features eight unique performances showcasing 25 outstanding young musicians from The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland!
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LGBTQ+ Tours at The Burrell Collection
Join curators at The Burrell Collection on a journey through the galleries uncovering hidden LGBTQ+ histories from their collection!
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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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The Burrell Collection Art, Architecture and Regeneration
Join Architect Robert Gartshore and Photographer Iona Shepherd for a free illustrated talk and Q&A based on the new book The Burrell Collection: Art, Architecture and Regeneration.
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Repair Café
Need help fixing something? The Repair Café is coming to the Burrell Collection for a one-off popup event on Saturday 15th November!
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A Winter Walk through European Art
Join Pippa, Curator of European Art, as she takes you on a wintery tour around the European art collection at The Burrell Collection.
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Hidden Histories Tours
Curators at The Burrell Collection hold monthly Hidden Histories Tours exploring different aspects of the museum's magnificent collection!
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Circle Dancing at The Burrell
Join Burrell regulars Circle Dancers for All as they perform to some festive tunes. They love when you join in so feel free to enjoy a circle dance in the Burrell Courtyard!
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Festive Live Music at The Burrell
Join The Burrell Collection on selected dates throughout December for a series of fantastically festive live performances!
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