Paisley Museum and Art Galleries
Paisley Museum and Art Galleries, Art museum in Paisley, Scotland
Description
Paisley Museum and Art Galleries is an art museum housed in a Victorian building with multiple exhibition spaces across its floors. It displays Scottish art and holds extensive collections related to the town's history and heritage.
History
A wealthy industrialist established the museum in 1871 as a gift to the town. The original Victorian building was expanded shortly after to provide additional gallery space.
Culture
The museum displays works by local and Scottish artists that reflect how people understand their region. Visitors see examples from the Glasgow School and contemporary pieces that show how artists interpret the area.
Practical
The building is currently undergoing renovation, but much of the collection remains on view elsewhere in town. Check ahead to learn which pieces are accessible during your visit.
Did you know?
The museum holds the world's largest collection of Paisley shawls, those fine woolen fabrics with distinctive patterns. These textiles were once so sought after that they shaped fashion around the globe and built the town's reputation.
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