Dick Institute, Art museum and public library in Kilmarnock, Scotland
The Dick Institute contains extensive museum galleries, exhibition spaces, and a central library within a large Victorian sandstone building constructed in 1901.
The institute, funded by Australian expatriate James Dick, experienced a devastating fire in 1908 and later served as a military hospital during World War I.
The main gallery regularly hosts national exhibitions from institutions like TATE and Victoria and Albert Museum, featuring works from significant contemporary artists.
Visitors can access the facility Tuesday through Saturday, with extended evening hours on Thursdays and free admission to all exhibition spaces and library services.
The museum displays a replica of John Wilson's printing press, which produced the first edition of Robert Burns' poems, alongside rotating original manuscripts.
Location: East Ayrshire
Inception: 1901
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Dick Institute, Elmbank Avenue, Kilmarnock KA1 3BT, United Kingdom KA1 3BT KA1 3BT
Opening Hours: Tuesday,Wednesday 10:00-18:00; Thursday 13:00-20:00; Friday,Saturday 10:00-16:00
Website: http://eastayrshireleisure.com/index.php?a=landing&id=6&sid=146&mid=169
GPS coordinates: 55.60839,-4.48972
Latest update: April 4, 2025 07:21
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