Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, A Cultural Icon with Diverse Collections

Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG

The collection is not considered as rich compared to other museums

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Introduction

Kelvingrove Art Gallery is located opposite the main campus of the University of Glasgow in the UK. It is one of the largest museums in the UK and one of the most visited museums. The museum was built in 1901 and was one of the main buildings of the Glasgow World Expo. The building is in Spanish Baroque style, with walls made of Glaswegian red sandstone. The museum exhibits Scottish history and culture in detail, as well as a large collection of natural and European art. The highlight of the museum is Salvador Dali's famous work "Christ of Saint John of the Cross".

Address

Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday and Saturday 10:00-17:00
Friday and Sunday 11:00-17:00
Closed on December 25th, 26th, and January 1st, 2nd.

Transportation

Take the subway to Kelvinhall station, and it's a 5-minute walk after getting off. You can also take buses 2, 3, 7, 19, 19A, or 747 to Kelvingrove station.

Phone +44(0)1412-769-599

Website http://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/kelvingrove/Pages/default.aspx