McLean Museum, Museum and art gallery in Greenock, Scotland.
The McLean Museum houses collections spanning different fields within a Category A listed building of the Watt Institution in Inverclyde.
James McLean, a local timber merchant, funded the construction of the museum building, which opened its doors to the public in 1876.
The museum displays over 300 paintings by Scottish artists active between 1750 and 1950, including works by Allan Ramsay and Sir Henry Raeburn.
Located on Kelly Street in Greenock West, the museum welcomes visitors Wednesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM with free admission.
The institution maintains a collection of James Watt artifacts, including original plans, letters, and tools related to the Greenock-born inventor.
Location: Inverclyde
Location: Greenock
Inception: 1876
Address: 15 Kelly Street, Greenock PA16 8JX PA16 8JN PA16 8JN
GPS coordinates: 55.95082,-4.76612
Latest update: March 17, 2025 22:08
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