University of Edinburgh: McEwan Hall

Edinburgh

In Person

The McEwan Hall was presented to the University in 1897 by William McEwan as a ceremonial hall for graduations and as a gift to the people of Edinburgh.

This iconic Grade A listed building was designed by Sir Rowand Anderson, with lavish interiors by William Palin. Construction was completed in 1894, but it took another three years to complete the interior designs, the centrepiece being the 15 beautifully painted mural panels that make up the vast dome.

A painstaking refurbishment has restored much of the intricacy to its original beauty and created a modern, superbly equipped space, with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment and accessible facilities.

Explore the iconic structure and interiors of McEwan Hall with the assistance of University of Edinburgh Architectural History students.

Visit stalls within the main auditorium where staff and research teams from the College of Science and Engineering, College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, Centre for Open Learning and many others invite you to engage with their work through conversation and hands-on activities.

Facilities

• Disabled WC
• Disabled Access
• WC
• Events For Children
• Parking

Additional Access Information

First Aid room and quiet space available. 

Parking available in nearby George Square.

Water fountains are available on the basement level. 

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