People's Palace, Social history museum in Glasgow Green, Scotland.
The People's Palace is a social history museum in Glasgow Green that presents exhibits, photographs, and artifacts from the daily lives of Glasgow residents spanning from 1750 to modern times. The building itself is constructed from sandstone and showcases the city's cultural development across more than two centuries.
The building opened in 1898 and was designed by Alexander B McDonald, with decorative elements created by sculptor William Kellock Brown. This opening represented an important moment for Glasgow to preserve and present the stories of its people.
The museum displays recreated Victorian tenement rooms and traditional shops that show how Glasgow's communities developed over generations. Visitors see everyday spaces that reflect the city's social life and neighborhood traditions.
The museum is located near multiple transport hubs including Argyle Street station and St Enoch subway. Visitors should know the site is easily accessible on foot and sits near Glasgow Green, the city's main public park.
The building stands next to the Doulton Fountain, a striking sculpture representing nations from Britain's former empire. This proximity connects the two sites visually and narratively in a way many visitors overlook.
Location: Glasgow City
Location: Glasgow
Inception: 1898
Made from material: sandstone
Operator: Glasgow Life
Address: Glasgow Green, Glasgow G40 1AT
Website: https://glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/venues/peoples-palace
GPS coordinates: 55.85121,-4.23742
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:01
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