Area Programmes

Designed by the great Glasgow architect, Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, 1-10 Moray Place has been described as the finest of all Grecian terraces.  No 1 was Thomson's home until his death in 1875. 

Current restoration has uncovered the original painted decoration to the hall, staircase and landing.  These simple but typical 'Greek' Thomson friezes are being cleaned and restored to their original colours, together with internal woodwork and ironwork. 

Visitor numbers will be limited to 20 at a time.  Wheelchair access to ground floor only.

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Andy Scott is one of the UK's leading public artists.  To date he has created over 60 sculptures and architectural detailing commissions.  His prodigious output has included works as far afield as Belfast and Brisbane, Scotland and Spain.

The practice is based on the creation of recognisable objects, rooted firmly in the realm of figurative art.  Andy's trademark approach combines traditional sculptural dexterity with contemporary fabrication techniques.

Access restricted to tours departing from the foyer every 20 minutes from 10.00.

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Partial disabled access, some office spaces closed.

20% off food during the Doors Open Days festival. Book on-line at www.socialanimal.co.uk and insert a promo code 'DOORS09' or show your brohcure on entry to receive your discount. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Food served from 5 on Sat

Short talks on the history of the Barony hall will be given at 11.00 and 12.00.

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Original Church (now the Large Hall) Old English Gothic, with English-style side porch entrance; rounded east end surmounted by notable semi-conical roof.  Built in yellow ashlar.  Original Hall (now Small Hall) added in 1901 in similar stone.  Present Church is a plain, elegant early 20th century building in perpendicular Gothic, in attractive grounds.  Interior is bright and spacious, a beautiful worship space.  Good stained glass, attractive woodwork contrasts with plain, light-coloured walls. 

Ingram organ (organ recitals).  Full disabled access fromBattlefield Road and from Cathcart Road via glass corridor.  No disabled access to galleries or olf office flat.

BBC Scotland's headquarters on the banks of the River Clyde isthe first broadcast centre in the UK to feature High Definition facilities throughout.  Pacific Quay combines broadcasting areas with office space and the impressive central red sandstone staircase.

Access to the building is by guided tour only and places must be pre booked.  Access to studios will be included if possible but cannot be guaranteed due to filming schedules.  The building is suitable for unassisted wheelchair access, however any guests with accessibility needs should be accompanied by a helper in case of emergency evacuation.

For information about guided tours and to book please visit www.bbc.co.uk/tours/tours_scotland.shtml.   Please note that bookings for people with access related needs must be made over the phone so that we can discuss specific requirements.  Please call 0370 901 1227.  Text phone users call 0370 903 0304

TOUR FULLY BOOKED

Access restricted to public areas.  Staff on hand to assist as necessary.

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From Tuesday 15th up to and including Sunday 20th there will be an exhibition of period costumes, including some worn by performers, and also some early animated pictures.  Assistance available for people with walking aids and visual or hearing impairments.

Not suitable for wheelchair users.

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Large red sandstone geometric church. Galleries at south and west end, stained glass by David Gauld (1907) and Bryan Hutchison, pipe organ by Hill Norman and embroidery by Hannah Frew Paterson.

Stewards and guides will be present.

A listed Victorian townhouse, part of a B listed blonde sandstone terrace in the Park district.  The original domed, columned vestibule leads to the lounge and the impressive staircase to a first floor drawing room, both have magnificent fireplaces and plasterwork.

The Buchanan Bridge Club bought th building in 1960 and with 300 members is the largest Bridge club in Glasgow.  The club teaches bridge at all levels on Thursday evenings, and run tournaments on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday.  They would be delighted to show you their building and also welcome learners and new members.  Taster bridge lessons will be offered at 2pm on both days. 

Fully accessible disability resource centre offering pecialised resources meeting the needs of children, young people and adults with additional support needs.  This includes theatre area, softplay facility, snoexelon room, arts/crafts room, meeting/training room, sports hall with various accessible sporting resources, music/glow in the dark room and library/computing/games console room.  Centre offers outdoor play areas with specialised equipment and fully accessible sensory garden.  C.O.J.A.C. also provides a mini loop system.

20% off food during Doors Open Day Festival. Book on-line at www.socialanimal.co.uk and insert a promo code 'DOORS09' or show your brochure on entry to receive your discount. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Partial disabled access.

The conservation area is characterised by its domestic architecture, 17th and 18th century cottages and 19th century tenements.  The 18th century church is at the heart of the village and will be open 10.00-16.00 on Saturday and from 13.00-16.00 on Sunday. 

An exhibition of historical photographs will be available in Castlemilk Hall which will open 10.00-16.00 on Saturday.  Teas available.  There is disabled access to Castlemilk Hall.  Free shuttel bus service from George Square.

Free shuttle bus service from George Square.

Superbly restored in 2007 by Glasgow Building Preservation Trust this building has won multiple awards (RIBA, GIA, Scottish Design Award, Georgian Award, Civic Trust Award) it is a Doors Open Day must see!

The B-listed Georgian stable block of the former Castlemilk House (demolished 1960's) dates back to the 1750's. Saved and restored thanks to a local community campaign, the building now serves as offices for Cassiltoun Housing Association, set around an elegant glazed cloister.

Tours of the building will be available. There will be display boards and text relaying the history of the building.  Tea, coffee and 'apple pressing' will also be available.

Free shuttlebus service from George Square.

On this extra special day, the doors are flung even wider to let you see the nooks and crannies of this historic Victorian theatre, including back-stage.  Tours last approximately 30 minutes and must be

Booked in advance.  Call the Box Office now on 1041 429 0022.  Please note some backstage areas of the theatre have limited disabled access.  General access may be restricted due to rehearsals.  Understage has no disabled access.

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20% off food during the Doors Open Day Festival. Book on-line via at www.socialanimal.co.uk and insert a promo code 'DOORS09' or show your brochure on entry to receive your discount. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Partial disabled access.

Additions: 
James Salmon Snr 1853
John Burnet 1859
United Designers 1999

One of the finest Victorian interiors in the UK. Massive refurbishment in 1999 created restaurants, bars, nightclub and conference/function rooms.

20% off food during Doors Open Day Festival. Book on-line via at www.socialanimal.co.uk and insert a promo code 'DOORS09' or show your brochure on entry to receive your discount. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, offer only valid until 6pm on Friday and Saturday night.

Partial disabled access.

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Access restricted due to Health and Safety and operational requirements - details will be advised on the day.

Limited disabled parking available
Partial disabled access.  Toilet access only with escort.

Purpose built community health, learning and sports facility in the heart of Glasgow's East End. The building and grounds comprise a mix of high quality sport, leisure and fitness facilities and a bridht and cheerful community café on site, all of which blend together to provide a modern hearlthy living centre which is run as a registered Scottish charity.

The facility is open to all to use, and operates 7 days a week.  Free taster fitness/dance classes, art classes, head and hand massage/alternative therapy taster sessions, healthy eating tasters, fitness testing, health information and advice will be available all from 12.00 to 16.00.

Single storey brick built building of traditional construction.  Fire appliance bays and training tower. 

Tour of station by watch personnel.  Static display of leaflets and other fire related material.  Free shuttle bus from George Square to Provan Hall and then a free community bus.  

A stunning grotto-like glasshouse normally hidden behind the scenes at the Botanic Gardens.  The filmy fern house contains a collection of beautiful rare ferns including specialised filmy ferns from New Zealand.

Set in an extremely impressive landscaped glasshouse environment. 

45 minute tours leave at 11.00 and 14.00 on both days - meet at the front of Kibble Palace, no booking required.

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A groundbreaking short film called 'Foundation Glasgow - the Growth of a City' was launched on Friday 31st July by the Deputy First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, and has been extended to 20th September especially for Glasgow's Doors Open Days. The 13 minute film which is viewed from above provides a unique way to experience the story of Glasgow as it unfolds beneath your feet. Beautiful animation and commentary explain the city's evolution from a river crossing to Scotland's largest city and the host of the 2014 Commonweath Games.

This exceptional film, which charts Glasgow's development, culture and heritage, is a key part of the Homecoming Scotland 2009 Programme. It will therefore be a poignant experience for both visitors and residents alike. The Registers of Scotland, responsible for creating the experience using historic maps and records, is the government department which compiles and maintains Scottish land and property registers from the 13th century onwards.

This unique film is on show to the public for free at the Registers of Scotland's customer service centre, 9 George Square, Glasgow from Monday 3rd August - Sunday 20th September.

Viewings will be half-hourly from 10am – 4pm. Bookings can made by calling 0141 251 0993 (from 9am - 5pm) or email ros@adeptmg.com.

There is disabled access, with prior notification - please book in advance.

Former hydraulic pumping station on the Clyde, now home to XFM Scotland Radio.

Tours of the main part of the building plus the on air studio with details on the building and on the Galaxy brand.  Tour times:  10.00 and 11.30; 13.00 and 14.30.  Tours last 30 minutes. 

Limited places which must be booked in advance.  Telephone Karen Woodrow on 0141 566 6107 or email karen.woodrow@galaxyfm.co.uk.

Access restricted.

GalGael build and sail wooden boats in celebration of Scotland’s heritage as a world centre of shipbuilding and navigation and to improve the lives of disadvantaged members of the community.

Full disabled access.

Guided tours.  All located on the ground floor. 

Former Tobacco Lord's Mansion (1778) in the heart of the city, altered and extended (1827-1830) by David Hamilton to form the Royal Exchange. A-listed, it now houses thought-provoking work by local and international artists, often addressing social issues.

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Refreshments will be served in the basement and there will be a few items of interest!

Parking is by parking metre only.  No disabled access to top floor.

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Mansfield Park will show you how to discover your ancestors.  Tours at 10.00, 12.00 and 14.00 both days.  Booking is essential via www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com.

Access is restricted to the premises of the Glasgow and West of Scotland Family History Society.  No disabled access.

Guided tours

There will be guided meditation taster sessions suitable for complete beginners.  Each session will last approximately 30 minutes and start at 13.30, 14.30, and 15.30.  No booking required.

Stupendous example of 19th century architecture and home to Glasgow City Council.  The interior of the west building testifies to the quality of the workmanship of the High Victorian eera with mosaic, marble, carved woodwork, mural painting, embossed wallpapers, gilding and stained glass coming together to create a truly wonderful civic palace. 

Access restricted to public areas.

Members of the church available to answer questions.

Chairlift available.

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Celebrating it 70th anniversary this is one of the UK's most successful, independent, specialist cinemas. Its legendary predecessor, The Cosmo, opened in 1939 in this modernist European building (with clear Dutch influences) which still boasts much of its Art Deco interior.

At  2pm Neil Baxter, Secretary and Treasurer o f the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland will give a lecture - "The Cinemas of Cinema City - from the Hillhead Salon to the Cosmo - An exploration of over thirty movie theatres from the dawn of film through the heyday of the movies to the birth of Glasgow's first 'art house' (and it wasn't the Cosmo!).  Free but ticketed.

Archive film screenings between 11.00 and 14.00. This event will include innovative technology from New Media Scotland. 

Free but ticketed tours of the projection box every 30 minutes, numbers limited to 20 and tickets will be available on the day in the foyer (first come first served basis). No disabled access to the projection box.

Tickets for both the tours and talk will be available on the day in the foyer (first come first served basis)

Cinema 1 accessed via lift on ground floor.
Cinema 2 accessed by ramp. 

The Friends of the Glasgow Necropolis will once more be offering friendly informal and informative tours of the magnificent Glasgow Necropolis at 12 noon and 14.00 on both days.

In addition, on Sat at 17.30, an extra Architectural Tour will be run, with Roger Guthrie of the Alexander Thomson Society and Ruth Johnston of the Friends of Glasgow Necropolis.  

Tours:  Sat and Sun 12.00 and 14.00
Architectural Tour:  Sat, 17.30

BOOKING REQUIRED
After the tour a buffet meal is available at the Cathedral House Hotel, which has a fantastic view of the Necropolis from the restaurant.  Cost £12 per person (payment in advance, details provided on booking.)  When booking this please state clearly tour and buffet, tour only or buffet only. Booking is essential via  www.glasgownecropolis.org

No disabled access.

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Having recently re-located to the first floor of their newly refurbished premises, the museum tells the story of the UK's oldest police force, the City of Glasgow Police (1800-1975). 

International police uniforms and insignia from throughout the world are also on display. 

Access restricted to police museum areas.

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Tours

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Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed his architectural 'masterwork', The Glasgow School of Art in 1896 and in 2009 the city celebrates the centenary of its completion.  This iconic building is today considered one of the most influential structures of the 20th century and in May 2009, it was named 'Britain's Favourite building of the past 175 years' in a nationwide poll condusted by the Royal Institute of British Architets.  Still a hardworking art school, the private interiors of the GSA are only accessible by guided tour. 

The fantastic new GSA Shop, Mackintosh Interpretation Space and Furniture Gallary are also now open and The Mackintosh Museum will have an exhibition ope to the public throughout the weekend. 

For Doors Open Day weekend 2009, unique 45 minute student-led tours will be provided, departing every half hour from 10.00-17.00, advance booking highly recommended.

Please call 0141 353 4526 or email tours@gsa.ac.uk to book your place.

Partial disabled access.  Life access to upper floors can be organised with advance notice.

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The building started life as Overnewton Public School, opened in 1877 with a school role of 890 children.  The buildings we see today, although in need of restoration and repair, remain remarkably unchanged from the original design.

Throughout its history the building has always been associated with children, and it has a unique design and character, with many traditional features still intact.  The Glasgow Coat of Arms is carved onto the outside facade and it is undoubtedly an important building in Glasgow;s past.  The school has embarked, with support from Glasgow City Heritage Trust and the Climate Challenge Fund, on an ambitious programme of works to retain and restore the building's heritage for all who use and benefit from it, whilst becoming a low carbon sustainable building fit for the future.

Discover the beauty of this B listed original school building through exhibitions on its past and future, education displays, lovely homebaking, music and children's activities.  There will be a display of photographs from the Victorian origins of the school focusing on the now lost role of the pupil teacher, illustrated by the life of a pupil teacher at Overnewton in the 1880s - Thomas Francis Best.

No access to gatehouse, shed or office.

Come and drop in to explore the Library's hidden gems for a sneak preview before its relocation to permanent premises at the Mitchell Library.

Transformed from derelict waste land to a thriving eco hub by a dedicated team of volunteers, this retail venture demonstrates that enterprise and environment can work hand in hand. The charity took on the site, named the Dear Green Place, in October 2008, to provide retail space for reclaimed wood and wood products.

It now offers a unique insight into the sustainable regeneration of local urban land. An opportunity to find out about wood recycling, GWR's products, services and volunteer opportunities.

For Doors Open Day this year GWC is embarking on a new project to build, at The Dear Green Place, a greenhouse out of reclaimed plastic bottles! Local schools, community groups and individuals are busy gathering two litre plastic bottles. Over 1500 are needed to make the structure so there is an appeal to the public to donate used, clear 2L plastic bottles. This experiemental greenhouse will provide vital growing space for fruit and veg seedlings and to help demonstrate the benefits of reusing materials.

To inspire people to build their own greenhouses a team of volunteers will assemble at The Dear Green Place over the Doors Open Day weekend and set about constructing! People are welcome to drop by and watch as it takes shape.

If you have 2L plastic bottles to donate please drop them off at The Dear Green Place or contact Martin on 07738002946, info@glasgowwoodrecycling.org.uk.

This striking blue and green building houses Glasgow's TRAFFCOM (Traffic Control and Management) traffic signal control and the Clyde Tunnel and car park management systems.

Exhibition of the new bus information and signalling system (BIAS) that tracks buses from outer space, gives them priority at traffic signals and provides real time information at bus stops and interchanges. 

Numbers are strictly limited.  Guided tours will be led every half hour from 10.00 until 16.00 on both days.  Max 20 people per tour on a first come first served basis on the day.  Visitors please queue at Holland Street. Access is limited to viewing room with small exhibition area adjacent to main Control Room.

Opened on the 10 May 2004, part of the Crown Street Regeneration Project, the Centre has 38 PCs, the latest digital technologies that provide state of the art video, sound and graphics, drop in workstations, free public internet access, email, a learning suite and refeshment area. 

The Library is the winner of many design awards.

First of three worship sites in the Govan and Linthouse congregation.  B-listed and located across from Govan Subway station, Gothic style, wide central gable with three entrance archways and pointed windows.  There is a horseshoe gallery which sweeps round on three sides.  The church was designed to have 'an imaginative interior, with no seat further than 10 rows from the front'.  Glasgow Presbytery, the largest presbytery in the world meets in the church.  The Northern windows were painted by a local artist and depict the rise of Govan and the Clyde, and act as a timeline for the community. 

Second of three worship sites in Govan and Linthouse congregation.  A-listed and set in a graveyard of great antiquity, this building is the last in a long series of churches on this site.  Style early English with details from Pluscarden Abbey.  Twelve windows by Charles E Kempe.  Beautiful stained glass.  Large collection of early mediaeval sculpture, including hogback stones and the Govan Sarcophagus.

Guided tours showing all three pools, Nord architects represented with model of proposals for regeneration.  Art exhibition, soundscape, films, music, children's activities, stalls, stret entertainment and refreshments.  Ramp available at rear of building in Kingarth Street with access to old steamie area.

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Normandy Gothic church with refined and precise detailing, inspired by the design of Dunblane Cathedral, sensitively altered for Greek Orthodox worship.

Vivid interiors and artefacts enriched by Stephen Adam stained glass and some Mackintosh woodwork.

Please note there are numerous steps.

Stewards and guides on site.

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The project architect, Alan Dunlop, will give talks about the development on the hour from 10.00 with the last talk starting at 15.00.  No booking required - first come first served basis.  All located on ground floor.

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The first church extension charge built by the Presbytery of Glasgow after the Union of 1929. It is an attractive B-listed building.  Brick with stone ashlar dressings, built in simplified Romanesque style.

Seating 400 people in freestanding seats, with a manual and pedal Norwich organ. The adjoining suite of halls was built in the 1950's and is used extensively by the church and community groups.

The Historic Glasgow event will be an opportunity for community groups, council services and others with an interest in the heritage of Glasgow, to exchange information and ideas about ongoing projects around the city.

This year the event's theme will be Local Filmed History, Stories and Trails. There will be an opportunity to pick up information on various trails throughout the city. There will be a number of seldom seen films shown dating from 1950 through to 1980. These will cover various topics including the changing working patterns in the city, regeneration of all aspects of Glasgow life including housing, retail, city nightlife, sports, art and culture. Glasgow's industrial past is also featured with a very interesting film on Glasgow Docklands. There will be clips including Glaswegians speaking about their perceptions and feelings regarding their city. One film in particular features a parody of a Glasgow taxi driver explaining the highlights of Glasgow to a slightly inebriated English Tourist (it was 1965 remember!). You will see how far Glasgow has come over the years, and witness the struggle to debunk perceptions of Glasgow as a mean city by promoting its many hidden jewels in the parks, architecture and culture. Any contribution you can contribute of the filmed history of Glasgow and its people will be welcome. As always this event is a fantastic opportunity to spread the word about the valuable work done by everyone concerned.

Steward on duty.

Disabled access: Unassisted access.

Stewards and guides on site.

The House, completed in 1996 was inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh's portfolio of drawings of 1901, which were submitted as a competition entry to a German design magazine.  A permanent exhibition of decorative furnished rooms, realised by contemporary artists and crafts people, give visitors the opportunity to compare the original drawings against each completed room. 

In designing this church, William Leiper made a clear break away from his previos fine Gothic designs for other Glasgow churches.  This A listed church has a mediaeval layout and a marvellous selection of stained glass spanning more than a century.  Extensive external and interior restoration work was carried out in 1995-97. 

Organ recital and other music.

Stewards and guides on site.

The style of the building is Scottish Gothic as found in late mediaeval work.  Just below the parapet of the Crown Tower which is the main feature of this A listed building there are delightful carvings of birds and beasts, a squirrel eating nuts, two cocks ready for a fight, a monkey in characteristic post and many others.  (Near Kelvinbridge subway)

Choir singing and organ recital.  Sanctuary is at street level and accessible.  Guides on hand.

Stairlift to halls.

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A listed:  the architects described theri design as an 'astylar composition on severely Classic lines, but with free Renaissance treatment in detail'.  Although it combines a variety of styles, the best description is Spanish Baroque.  The two main towers are inspired by those of the great pilgrimage church of Santiago de Compostela.  The exterior of the builting is in red Locharbriggs sandstone, while the interior has three types of blond sandstone:  Giffnock, Locharbriggs and Ashlar. 

'Homes, Huts and Hideaways' - activities for families 11.00-16.00 both days; Architecture and Sculpture Tour of the building at 12.00 each day (45 minutes) free guided tour of the museum's highlights at 11.00 and 14.30 each day.

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With near perfect accoustics, organ recitals both days, on the excellent 'Father Wills' organ. 

There will be short talks on the ongoing conservation work on the windows and building. 

Sunday service 11.00 - 12.00 all welcome. 

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The King's Glasgow, is one of Scotland's most historic and significant theatres.  It opened in 1904 as one of the most brilliant designs of the prolific theatre architect Frank Matcham and has played host to top stars and shows ever since.  It is Scotland's only category A listed theatre and with a current seating capacity of 1785, it is also Glasgow's largest theatre.  Restoration work began this summer with the replacement of all stalls and grand circle seats.   

Guided tours.

"The most striking gothic revival church in Glasgow." (Buildings of Scotland)  The slender spire rises 218 ft above Great Western Road.  The broad nave has shallow transepts containing stained glass by Alf Webster and side aisles that serve the pews through individual doors.

The building is at risk if a proposal for an arts and conservation venue is not funded. 

Photographic exhibition on the railings outside the church.

Access to some spaces will be restricted.

Guided tours

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Stunning transformation of the former Glasgow Herald newspaper building into Scotland's Centre for Architecture, Design and the City. Explore architecture and design related exhibitions, Mackintosh Centre and tow with fantastic city views, design-led shop or just chill out in the stylish café-bar. 

The following events are being offered in associated with our exhibition The Clyde: Films of the River 1912-1971, which will finish on Sunday evening.

River Tales:  Saturday 11am and 3pm.  Join a local storyteler to ehar stories of the Clyde, share your memories of the river and create new tales in this interactive reminiscence session.  suitable for the whole family. Booking advised, contact education@thelighthouse.co.uk 0141 225 8406.

Colour the Clyde:  Saturday 11.30am-4.30pm.  Drop in and join illustrator Stuart White for an afternoon of creative drawing inspired by the heritage of the River Clyde.

Seawards the Great Ships (1960)  Sunday 2pm.  Catch thisopportunity to see the iconic Oscar-winning documentary about shipbuilding on the Clyde (30 minutes).

Third of three worship sites in the Govan and Linthouse congregation.  B-listed red sandstone, originally built as the sister church of St Mary's U.F.  Its architect was the designer of St Enoch's and the Linthouse Church is the only building he designed still in use.

The facade is a blend of classical and arts and crafts.  The broad gable is flanked by matching square towers topped by colonnaded cupolas.  An exhibition of valuable and finely embroidered hand-sewn (1901-1923) collection of church dressings.  Originally designed by the First Minister of St Kenneth's and embroidered by Miss Walker, a professional seamstress.  The collection comprises communion table frontals in each of the colours of the Christian year, and pulpit falls. 

Access will be restricted.  All located on the ground floor.  Stewards and guides on site.

ORGAN RECITAL 10.30 SATURDAY
TO BRITAIN AND BACH!
John Power, the Organist at Gallowgate Parish Church, St Thomas' Building, and a Relief Organist at the West Chapel of Daldowie Crematorium, is returning this year for his ever popular fund raising sessions. All the proceeds from his recitals will go towards the restoration of the Lewis organ at the Community Central Hall (304 Maryhill Road). So dig deep and support this very worthy heritage cause and enjoy not only the architecture but the wonderful music!

The Mackintosh Church at Queen's Cross has an excellent library and the shop stocks an extensive range of ackintosh books and gifts.  Mostly located on the ground floor.

Tours

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The market will launch to coincide with Doors Open Week on 20 September.

For more information please contact Tom Laurie:  tomlaurie@1businesscentre.co.uk, tel: 17764 572 164

Exhibition.

Access is restricted to Merchants Hall and Directors Room.

The Library is named after Stephen Mitchell, a wealthy tobacco manufacturer.  When he died in 1874, he left almost £70,000 to build and stock a public library for the people of Glasgow.  Since opening in 1877, The Mitchell has grown into one of Europe's largest public libraries with a book stock of 1.3million books, 35,000 mapsand thousands of photographs, newspapers and microfilms.  In the 21st century The Mitchell continues as the hub of a citywide information service for all residents, workers and visitors to the City.  Come and experience some of the wonderful family history resources and archives. 

Built by William B Whitie, 1877 , James Sellars, (1911) and Sir Frank Mears and Partners, 1980 (new-build section).

Hourly taster sessions, numbers limited, booking essential, please call 0141 287 2870.

Visit the famous Burns and Jeffrey Libraries which housetwo of the Library's most famous collections.  NB these libraries are accessed via two flights of stairs with no lift facility.  As part of the Year of Homecoming celebrations for the 250 anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, The Mitchell Library hsots 'Inspired' an exhibition celebrating the life and work of Burns.  The exhibition features around 50 contemparary works of art and several Burns relics.  The contemporary pieces are primarily new unseen works.  Only the Main Hall, family history taster sessions and the Burns and Jeffrey libraries will be open.

Oran Mor, the 'great melody of life', is a cultural centre and meeting place, incorporating a restaurant and bar within the magnificent former Kelvinside Parish Church.

View Alasdair Gray's remarkable Celestial Mural. Now also featuring, at the main entrance, the new mosaic 'wee folk dancing' by artist John Clark.

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Stewards and guides available.

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Completed in 1968, this church is full of surprises.  The low entrance and shallow stepped ascent mask a soaring, wood-panelled ceiling which rises to a peak behind the Altar.  Load-bearing brick facing is indented with crosses at the apex, while the wood-panelled west perpendicular wall conceals small coloured windows which glow warmly.  A church to invite contemplation without overwhelming.

Tours available on request.  Chairlift from doorway to main floor level.

Archives, curling equipment and curling pond all available to view.  All located on the ground floor.

Guided tours.

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An A-listed community centre gifted to the people of Govan by Lady Pearce in memory of her husband Sir William Pearce.  A striking example of Edwardian architecture and much loved community asset, including a concert hall, theatre, café, and meeting rooms.  A new conference suite was completed in March 2009 modernising the original gymnasium.

An exhibition based on the Clyde Heritage Trail and developed by the Clyde Waterfront Strategic Partnership will be on display.  The River Clyde has been central to the history and development of Glasgow - socially, architecturally and commercially.  This fascinating exhibition follows the path of the Clyde from Glasgow Green to Dumbarton looking back at the river's rich shipbuilding and mercantile past and linking to the new developments along the way.  Café Pearce provides a wide range of snacks, soft drinks, tea and coffee.  No access to offices.

Glasgow's social history museum and a chance to see the story of the people and city of Glasgow from 1750 to the present.  Paintings, prints and photos displayed alongside a wealth of historic artefacts and film.  There is dancing and holidaying; home life during WW2; a trip the the steamie to get clothes washed; visit the 'single end' and discover how a fimily lived in this typical one-room tenement family home of the 1930s; see the amazin gbanana boots worn by Billy Connolly on stage in the 1970s; have a look at the Glassford family portrait and find out the history of this painting of a tobaccco loard and his family and why one figure was painted out; discover the political history of the city through some of the superb and unique banners. 

On Saturday there will be children's activities from 14.00 to 15.50 and on Sunday a tour will start at 14.30. 

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A guided tour of the building including ascending the clock tower!  Some parts of the building are difficult to access, eg the clock tower.  There is a Wurlitzer organ and there may be a recital on the day.

Access from Christian Street, Pollokshaws West Rail Station, Busses 45, 47 57, McKindless 75, Arriva 3

There will be an organ recital between 12.00 and 13.00.

No access to undercroft.

Approaching its centenary this lovely library boasts a wealth of interesting features.  An Italianate frontage with ornate internal wood panelling and carving is mixed with 'Glasgow style' stained glass. 

The library has six murals on the walls of the Old Reading Room, painted by students of Glasgow School of Art in 1914.  The murals represent:  Science, Astronomy, Geography, Poetry, Commerce and Art. 

Arranged around a central atrium, Princes Square is an all weather experience with an impressive glass roof. 

The original building dating back to 1841was designed by John Baird as a mix of offices and warehousing.  Redeveloped in 1988 by Hugh Martin and Partners, the objective was to preserve and restore the original building and yet transform the space into a modern shopping centre and provide an attractive meeting place.  This year Princes Square celebrates 21 fabulous years of shopping and dining. 

Access not available to the service corridors, yards and the workshop due to Health and Safety, and the security of the building.

Friends of Provan Hall welcome everyone for tours every hour.  There will be displays, stalls and much more - come and see this hidden gem. 

Free shuttlebus from George Square, also Bus Nos X19 or 19 from West Regent Street, opposite Odeon, get off at first stop at top of hill on Auchinlea Road, the House is directly opposite.  If coming by car from the City Centre come off at junction for Fort Shopping Park and follow signs.  Partial access on ground floor of both houses for both unassisted and assisted wheelchair.

Only remaining 1850s terrace in Embank Crescent.  Originally a private house, taken over as railway offices and then the Royal Artillery Club, it opened for use as the Glasgow Quaker Meeting House in 1993. Many original features and evidence of past uses. .

15 minutes of silent Quaker Worship will be held starting at 11.00, 13.00 and 15.00.  All welcome.  No access to top floor as this is a private flat. 

Lift to all floors

Recently renovated church building with hall downstairs.  Sanctuary upstairs has maintained original features including a Cottier stencil and window design. 

Vestibule has two memorial windows to Jane Haining, who died in Auschwitz after arrest by Gestapo in Budapest.  She had protected Jewish children in Budapest, Hungary. 

Lift available to access upper floor.

One of the most unusual small theatre venues in Glasgow, housed in an elegant converted neo-gothic church with stunning stained glass windows.

The theatre accommodates student and community productions as well as incoming professional copanies.  Also music evenings and weekly lunchtime concerts from international musicians playing classical music to contemporary jazz fusion.  Presenting about 20 major productions a year, the theatre offers student and community productions as well as incoming professional companies. There are also music evenings and weekly lunchtime concerts (on Tuesdays from October to end May), from international musicians playing classical music to contemporary jazz fusion. In the foyer there is a permanent display of theatre photography.

Surrounding the theatre is the wonderful peaceful green space of the graveyard, which is the resting place of, amongst others, Pierre Emile L'Angellier who Blythswood Square murderess Madeleine Smith allegedly poisoned with over 80g of arsenic in a cup of cocoa - was this the first case of 'Death by Chocolate'?

Permanent display of theatre photography.    No disabled access to the building.  Graveyard accessible.  Graveyard Tours, no booking required. 

Home of the Headquarters and Museum of the Royal Highland Fusiliers.  The collection is housed in a magnificent turn of the 20th century building which was designed for T and R Annan and Sons - one of Glasgow's leading photographers of the day.

Based  in the centre of Glasgow, the Academy offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the performance arts including music, drama and shortly dance.  The building was purpose built with two theatres, three concert halls, recording studio, library and various rehearsal, practice and teaching rooms.  It is the busiest performing arts venue in Scotland.  The building is also used for various other events including conferences. 

The scenery workshop area will not be open to the public for Health & Safety reasons.   Ground floor access with lift availability to all areas.

A warm welcome to this early gothic style building fully refurbished and modernised in 2004, enhancing its beauty and facilitating worship and fellowship.  Chancel window screen by Margaret Craig (2004).  Large Rodgers digital organ (2008) is available to view and play. 

The historic stained glass windows by Ballantine and Allen (1857-8) and Wailes (1859-60) have been fully restored in 2008-9 and this alone will make your visit worthwhile.  Illustrated book of newly refurbished stained glass windows available.

Guides on site.

 full programme of tours and activities will be developed for the day. 

For more information go to www.scottishballet.co.uk.  Some workshops, studios and offices will not be open.

Celebrating the centenary of the founding of the congregation and the construction of the Muir Hall as a place of worship.  The main sanctuary followed in 1912 in Gothic style with an unusual pillar-less cantilevered gallery. 

In celebration, an exhibition of old and new aspects of church life will be on display. 

A stairlift is available to negotiate the stairs but advance notice is required to use it.

Flower festival in church to celebrate centenary year of laying of foundation stone.

No access to sacristy, offices or workrooms.

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Exhibition on Wilberforce's Abolition of Slavery Act explores the rold of slavery in Glasgow's merchantile past and its influence on the city's street names and buildings. 

There will be a variety of live musical events throughout the weekend as well as tours and talks.  Fantastic food downstairs in Cafe Source with numerous Doors Open Days 'specials'.

Wheelchair access to the gallery is limited.

A special service of Choral Evensong will be sung at 15.00 on Sunday afternoon.  Visitors will be warmly welcomed.

Large church, once capable of seating 1000 but now with reduced seating provision.  Of particular note are the Stations of the Cross and other religious sculptures by Benno Schotz.

Short films will be shown and there will be a crafts quiz for children.  Mostly located on ground floor.

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Within the sanctuary is the unique and exciting ‘Village Story-Telling Centre’.  Various videos: Old Glasgow; History of Church; Glasgow Festival.  variety of books; Buffalo Horns; Village Stories.  Story-telling for children.

St Margaret's is the most impressive of Chalmers' churches.  It is built in his preferred Romanesque style on the plan of a German basilica, with apses at each end.  It was designed in 1895 and built in four stages between 1908 and 1935 when the tower was completed.  The barrel vaulted interior has a chancel furnished in Austrian oad, apses ornamented with mosaics and high quality stained glass.  The Church Hall will be closed.

Opened in 1842 and renovated in 1877 by the firm Goldie and Shilde.  This church when opened was the largest Catholic church in Scotland and the second oldest in Glasgow.  An east end monument with an elaborate interior.  Celtic Football Club started here. 

Historical items on display.  Mass on Sunday morning. 

ORGAN RECITAL SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 14.00
TO BRITAIN AND BACH!
John Power, the Organist at Gallowgate Parish Church, St Thomas' Building, and a Relief Organist at the West Chapel of Daldowie Crematorium, is returning this year for his ever popular fund raising sessions. All the proceeds from his recitals will go towards the restoration of the Lewis organ at the Community Central Hall (304 Maryhill Road). So dig deep and support this very worthy heritage cause and enjoy not only the architecture but the wonderful music! 

Guides.  All located on ground floor.

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Late Victorian Gothic with splendid stained glass and outstanding murals by William Hole.  First Episcopal Church built in South Side of Glasgow. 

All located on the ground floor.

Stewards and guides present.

Built on a prominent west end site, this miniature cathedral in Gothic-Revival style by Edinburgh-born architect James Taylor Thomson features stained glass by Douglas Strachan and Gordon Webster and elaborate oak carvings. 

Major repairs completed earlier this year secured the future of this architecturally important landmark.  Find out about the life and work of the church in the local community and beyond.

Located on ground floor.

Stewards and guides will be present.

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Guided tour at 3pm each day, exhibition: Baptism and Marriage at St Mary's.  Traidcraft stall.

Services at 10.30 and 18.30 on Sunday. 

All on ground floor.  No access to sacristy.

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stv is Scotland's most popular peak time TV station, bringing viewers first class programming including the ever popular thrilling crime drama Taggart, live guests and great features in The Hour and up-to-the-minute news on stv News at Six.

stv is opening its doors once again for a look behind the scenes at its state-of-the-art studios at Pacific Quay.

Admission is by pre-booked tour only, via www.glasgowdoorsopendays.com

FULLY BOOKED

Designed to greet visitors to Glasgow's 1938 Empire Exhibition. It has been described as the City's first sky scraper and the Art Deco curved towers of the facade typify the design found in many of Glasgow's cinemas of the 1930's.

The building has also served as an office block and as student halls for Strathclyde University until it was eventually converted into apartments.

Guided tours to 1st floor at regular intervals at least every 30 minutes (on the hour and half hour). No booking required.

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There will be a varied programme of events running over the weekend including Discover!  This is a new festival about the past, present and future of the wider Glasgow East area and will showcase a new ballet by Visual Statement based on the story of Thenew.  Take the shuttle bus from George Square to Provan Hall and then hop on and off the free community bus, take in a guided tour or just visit at your own pace. 

Not all rooms open.  Partial disabled access.  Stewards/guides

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Audio guide to the Gardens, Garden Assistants on duty and a plant sale all weekend.  There are paths all around the gardens - some more accessible for wheelchair users than others.  A few inclines and steps within the gardens.

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Full bar and restaurant facilities, cinema screenings, face painting, family fun all weekend.

20% off food during the Doors Open Day Festival.  Book on-line at www.socialanimal.co.uk and insert a promo code 'DOORS09' or show your brochure on entry to receive your discount. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Partial disabled access.

Situated on the banks of the River Kelvin at Kelvinbridge this building housed the 'Red Hackle' Whisky Company.  The blend was bottled and distributed from these premises during 1920s-1960s. 

Hepburn & Ross owned the company and the building contains many of the unique decorative featuers from this time including heraldic shields, murals, fireplaces, and we are told, the door from the condemned cell at Newgate Jail in Edinburgh.  Off the record I'm sure whisky wasn't the only 'spirit' around!

Access to first floor only.

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20% off food all weekend. Book on-line at www.socialanimal.co.uk and insert a promo code 'DOORS09' or show your brochure on entry to receive your discount. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Partial disabled access.

Innovative learning space created in 2006 to support the 21st century student.  Combines technology and flexible floor space with opportunities for social networking and individual study, incorporating all the traditional library services as well as one-stop-shop support desk.

Visitors should ask at reception desk if they would like to discuss the building.

Car park for blue badge holders, othrewise parking on the street.  Art and music workshops.

Rare Adam exterior. The use of the building dates back to the middle ages, as a meeting place for the thriving trades and merchant guilds. Facade refurbished to origial Adam design. 

The Trades Hall continues to make a very significant contribution at the heart of business and commerce in the City.

Parking in nearby NCP Glassford Street at 25% discount - take parking ticket to reception at Glassford Street.

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Formerly the Coplawhill Tramway Works and Tram Depot this is now one of Europe's most celebrated multi- purpose theatre and visual art spaces.  Presenting the contemporary and experimental, it provides both a showcase for international work and a focus for young Scottish artists. 

Exhibition.  Tours on the hour: 10.00-16.00 (no booking necessary).  Access to some areas will be restricted.  A 'fit up' may well be happening so a visit to this much loved theatre could be quite interesting!

No wheelchair access for steeple tours.

Partial disabled access.

This major new arts resource for the City of Glasgow houses eight independent arts organisations under one roof.  Based in the Merchant City's cultural quarter the centre provides a cluster of artists' production facilities, learning opportunities and exhibition spaces.  The building is a fairly typical turn of the century Edwardian warehouse built for the City Improvement Trust and occupies almost the entire street block between King Street (main elevation), Parnie Street, New Wynd and Trongate.  Five storeys plus attic, spanning 14 bays in red sandstone ashlar.  All windows are architraved, some with round arched heads and keystones most with distinctive 12 over 2 sash and case glazing pattern intact. 

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• Glasgow Independent Studio and Glasgow Project Room
  Glasgow Media Access Centre
  Glasgow Print Studio
  Project Ability
  Russian Cultural Centre / Café Gallery Cossachok
  Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
  Street Level Photoworks
  Transmission Gallery

BOOKING REQUIRED 

Take a whistle stop tour around the Trongate 103 building, meet some of the arts organisations involved and hear an insider's view of the refurbishment story.  Tours leave from reception at 10.00 Sat, 12.00, 13.00  and 15.00 both days.  Maximum 15 per tour. 

There will be two talks.  The first at 11.00 on Saturday, an illustrated talk in the Seminar Room from the arhitects responsible for the refurbishment Elder and Cannon.  The second talk at 14.00 on Saturday from project artist Donald Urquart, concerning his practice and the artistic interventions he created that are integral parts of the building refurbishment project. 

Maximum number for talks 30.  Booking essential for both talk and toour, www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com

20% off food during the Doors Open Day Festival.  Book online at www.socialanimal.co.uk and insert the promo code 'DOORS09' or show your brochure on entry to receive your discount.  Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.  Food and refreshments served from 5pm on Friday and Saturday.  Disabled access to some area only.

Located in the University's neo-gothic main building, and recently refurbished, the exciting permanent displays highlight the range of this fabulous collection. 

Access to the main gallery of the museum is by a public lift.  Wheelchiar access by disabled lift.

The interiors of 6 Florentine Terrace, Glasgow - home of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife Margaret MacDonald, from 1906-1914, meticulously reassembled within the University's Art Gallery. 

Talk:  Mackintosh and the Glasgow School of Art, from 11.00-12.00, Huntarian Art Gallery.  Mackintosh's professional and personal lives were closely linked with the Glasgow School of Art.  This richly illustrated talk by leading expert, Professor Pamela Robertson, explores these connections and looks to the next 100 years of the School.

The Graham Kerr Building houses the Museum, part of the University's Hunterian Museum. The Museum nestles in the heart of the building and has exhibitions on the amazing diversity of animal life.

John James Burnet, the well-known Glasgow architect, designed the building and it was later named in tribute to its founder and the first professor of Zoology at the University, Sir John Graham Kerr.

The building was originally known as the Anderson Free Church, built in 1877.  In the 1950s the University of Glasgow came into ownership of the building when it was used as an exam and later a gym hall.  In 1997 the University developed the building into the Gilmorehill G12 Centre, which houses the Film, Television and Theatre Department along with the James Arnott Theatre and Andrew Stewart Cinema.

Access may be restricted if theatre is in use.  Tour gude on hand to show you round the building.

The magnificent sculptures within Kelvingrove Park attract many visitors both from the present and in the past. Join our (costumed) middle class family, the Perkins, as they perambulate around the park discussing the history of these monuments. However, they soon realise that their stroll will be less than peaceful as the McTaggart family wish to have their say too!

MEETING POINT:
the back of Kelvingrove Art Galleries at 14.00.

Disabled access via side door on Southpark Avenue.

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The Templeton Building sits tucked away on Glasgow Green and in its former life was the Templeton's Carpet Factory.  This iconic building was based on the Doge's Palace in Venice.  Inside the old winding house you'll find WEST. 

WEST invite you to join them on a tour of Glasgow's newest brewery to learn about what makes their beers so special.  The bar and restaurant are easily accessible and the brewery is accessible by lift.

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The Tea room features what is regarded as the jewel in the crown of Mackintosh's work during his partnership with Kate Cranston, entrepreneur in the early 1900s.  The Roo De Luxe with its silver furniture and leaded glass work remains a well loved visitor attraction with visitors having the opportuity to see the original Room De Luxe doors, reinstated in late 2008 after a 12 year absence. 

The current owner, Anne Mulhern, will give talks, in period costume, in the Billiard Room at 12.00 and 14.00 both days.  Maximum number 30, book at www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com.  For lunch bookings please phone 0141 332 0521

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