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
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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.

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Upcoming Events at The Burrell Collection

Family and Kids

Discover! Weekend Sessions

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

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!

Talks and Lectures

Burrell Bites

Selected dates between 8th January 2025 - 17th December 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

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!

Family and Kids

Art For Baby

Selected dates between 23rd January 2025 - 26th June 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

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.

Talks and Lectures

Hidden Histories Tours

Selected dates between 7th April 2025 - 2nd June 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

Curators at The Burrell Collection hold monthly Hidden Histories Tours exploring different aspects of the museum's magnificent collection!

Talks and Lectures

Burrell Bites: Everything Stops For Tea!

30th April 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

Join Burrell Collection Curator Yupin Chung for a unique talk exploring the spirit of tea drinking and learn the fascinating story of how Chinese tea culture shaped the world.

Family and Kids

Mini Museum Explorers at The Burrell Collection

Selected dates between 8th May 2025 - 5th June 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

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!

Workshops

Sculpture and Sketch at The Burrell Collection

Selected dates between 10th May 2025 - 7th June 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

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!

Shopping

Tea Green Summer Market: The Burrell Collection

2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025

The Burrell Collection, Glasgow South Side

Join Tea Green at The Burrell Collection for an unmissable summer market on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August!

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