Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is a museum in Glasgow, Scotland, housed in a red sandstone building with Spanish Baroque architecture. Two symmetrical wings contain 22 galleries displaying more than 8000 objects from natural history, art and history collections.

Funding came from profits of the 1888 International Exhibition held in Glasgow, which drew visitors from across Europe. The building opened in 1901 as the Palace of Fine Arts and quickly became one of the most visited museums in the country.

The name combines the nearby River Kelvin with a historic landscaped park, reflecting the building's position between nature and city life. Visitors today see families, tourists and locals strolling through the halls or sitting in the central space, where organ music regularly fills the air.

Galleries are spread over several floors, with lifts and wide corridors making access easier. Visitors wanting to see all collections should plan several hours, as the range of exhibits is wide.

The Lewis & Co. concert organ from the early 20th century fills the central hall with sound and is still played at free concerts today. The organ is one of the largest in Scotland and draws not only museum visitors but also music lovers.

Location: Glasgow City

Location: Glasgow

Inception: 1901

Official opening: 1901

Fee: No

Made from material: sandstone

Part of: Glasgow Museums

Address: Argyle Street

Opening Hours: Lundi-Jeudi 10:00-17:00; Vendredi 11:00-17:00; Samedi 10:00-17:00; Dimanche 11:00-17:00

Phone: +441412769599

Website: https://glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/kelvingrove-art-gallery-and-museum#museums

GPS coordinates: 55.86861,-4.29064

Latest update: December 12, 2025 20:28