Venue Description

At the heart of the University of Glasgow since 1807, The Hunterian connects people with stories, individuals and ideas found in stunning collections of objects, belongings and artworks. The Hunterian cares for some Scotland’s finest collections that cover subjects as diverse as the history of medicine, zoology and art. The Hunterian’s whole collection is ‘Recognised’ as nationally significant in Scotland.  Today The Hunterian is a space for questioning and experimentation, for enjoyment and enrichment, for connection and collaboration and for reflecting on the role museums and individuals can play in furthering equity, justice and diversity in our society. The Hunterian collections include outstanding Roman artefacts from the Antonine Wall; vast natural and life science collections; scientific instruments used by James Watt, Joseph Lister and Lord Kelvin; one of the world’s greatest collections of coins and medals and objects and belongings brought to Glasgow from around the world during hundreds of years of trade, empire, exploitation and migration.  The Hunterian’s founding collection came through the bequest of Dr William Hunter (1718-1783) and, since we opened at the University of Glasgow in 1807, the collections have been developed in ways that reflect our city’s deep relationship with empire, transatlantic slavery, colonialism and migration.  The Hunterian is also home to one of the most distinguished public art collections in Scotland and features the permanent displays of the work of James McNeill Whistler, various works by the Glasgow Boys and Scottish Colourists, the largest single holding of the work of Scottish artists Margaret MacDonald and Charles Rennie Mackintosh, along with The Mackintosh House, the reassembled interiors from their Glasgow home. 

Accessibility

Hunterian Museum, University Main Building, University Avenue - lift access to Museum, disabled bathroom, and upper Museum level Art Gallery, Hillhead Street - steep slope to entrance from University Avenue. Ramp, push button door, lift to disabled bathroom and upper exhibition space Due to the nature of The Mackintosh House, disabled access is limited to the orientation room, hall and dining room, upper floors are accessed by stair only. Zoology Museum, Graham Kerr Building -There is limited wheelchair access to the Hunterian Zoology Museum, however a ramp can be installed on request. A platform lift has been installed at the front door of the Graham Kerr Building which will allow visitors to access part of the Zoology Museum. Wheelchair users are advised to make an appointment to visit by phone (0141 330 5506). There is no disabled toilet in the Graham Kerr Building. The nearest facility is in the adjacent Wolfson Link Building. Kelvin Hall - ramp access, lift to all floors, disabled bathroom facilities, Changing Places toilet.

Access Statement

Access Statement Link: https://www.gla.ac.uk/media/Media_553635_smxx.pdf

Accessible Performances

BSL tours of Art Gallery on selected dates. See Events page for details: https://www.gla.ac.uk/hunterian/visit/events/

Awards List

Recognised Collection of National Significance to Scotland

Toilets

Museum - Main building level 2 (Museum is on level 4), reached by lift, wide doorway, level access Art Gallery - basement level, reached by lift Kelvin Hall - ground level, level access

Staff

Information about the staff has not been added for this venue.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

Kelvingrove Park is adjacent to the campus.

Other assistance dog facilities

Water Bowls are provided in the Art Gallery and Museum.