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Paisley - John Neilson Institute

5 September 2026 (10:30 - 15:00)

Renfrewshire

In Person

Known as the 'porridge bowl' because of the shape of its beautiful dome, this was originally a school bequeathed to the town by local grocer John Neilson.

The building was converted into apartments in 1993 and won a prestigious Saltire Award for its conversion.

The large atrium has a statue of a Greek philosopher Diogenes, sculpted by Paisley's Alexander Stoddart (Sculptor in Ordinary to the Queen).

Facilities

Key Information

Visitors can view the atrium of the former school

Where to find us

Address
  • Oakshaw Street West
  • Paisley
  • PA1 2DE

Programmes this building took part in:

2023

2024

2025

2026