Hey friends!
As I sit down to write this post, I’m feeling so refreshed and full of self-love. My mental health is in such a good place, and honestly, I haven’t felt this light and joyful in a while. This is the energy I want to stay in forever!
So, last Sunday after church, we decided to visit this place I’d been seeing everywhere—it kept popping up every time I searched for cool spots to check out in Glasgow. And honestly? We loved it. We spent the afternoon wandering through the Hunterian Art Gallary, taking in artwork from centuries past, created by some truly talented hands. Each piece had its own unique touch, but one artist really stood out to me: James Whistler. His work is bold, striking, and has a style that feels so confident. I could feel his personality come through in every brushstroke—it’s like the painting was speaking for him.
Before I go into sharing all the photos I snapped, let me give you a little background on the Hunterian Museum itself. It’s actually the oldest public museum in Scotland, and it houses an incredible collection spanning art, science, and the humanities. This collection is located at the University of Glasgow.
While I was poking around the website before writing this post, I came across this description that perfectly sums up what the Hunterian is all about: it's a space for exploration and experimentation, for enjoyment and reflection, and a hub for fostering equity, justice, and diversity in society. I love that this place is not just a museum but a community of ideas. They also offer learning opportunities for students at the University of Glasgow, which is pretty awesome.
What can you expect to see here?
You’ll find works by some big names like Whistler, Rembrandt, Rubens, and Mackintosh, as well as newer pieces by contemporary artists. Some of the highlights include Chardin's A Lady Taking Tea, Rembrandt's The Entombment, and Gavin Hamilton's Hector's Farewell to Andromache. I love that they’re also featuring a lot of women artists and other underrepresented voices.
The Hunterian Art Gallery also has one of Scotland's largest print collections, a sculpture courtyard, the Mackintosh House (which is a whole experience in itself), and they always have some contemporary art exhibitions on display. Admission charge for the Mackintosh House is (£10/£6) - last admission 4.15pm.
Here are the details you need if you want to visit:
- Entry: Free!
- Opening times: Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5pm
- Getting there: It's part of the University of Glasgow campus, which is about 3km west of the city centre. You can hop on the subway to Hillhead Station or take buses 4 and 4A from the city centre to University Avenue. There’s also bike parking if you're cycling in!
- Address:University of Glasgow, 82 Hillhead St, Glasgow G12 8QQ
Quick history lesson!
The Hunterian dates back to 1807, thanks to a bequest from Dr. William Hunter an Anatomist, who left his vast collections to the University of Glasgow. Originally, everything was housed together, but over time, different sections moved around campus. Now, the zoology collections are in the Hunterian Zoology Museum, the art collections are in the Art Gallery, and books and manuscripts are in the University Library. It's all part of this rich, sprawling collection that’s worth exploring!
Honestly, this place has so much to offer, and I highly recommend checking it out if you're ever in Glasgow. It’s more than just a museum—it’s a whole experience that makes you think about art, culture, and the world in a new way.
These photos were taken on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, between 12:02 to 12:39 PM.
Time to share some photos with you all!
Click the photos to enlarge and view them in detail.
This looks like a great museum!
ReplyDeleteGreat experience too.
Delete...a place that I would like to visit.
ReplyDeleteGreat choice. We enjoyed our visit.
DeleteAleż to inspirujące miejsce. Warto obcować ze sztuką!
ReplyDeleteMe ha encantado, acompañarte por tu recorrido por la galería y que me coge bastante distante desde la ciudad de mi residencia.
ReplyDeleteFeliz domingo de descanso.
Art can truly transport us to different places and evoke various emotions. I hope your week is filled with relaxation and inspiration. Is there a particular piece or style from the gallery that stood out to you?
DeleteI still need to visit that one :-D Great photos Melody :-D
ReplyDeleteLovely place to visit especially on Sunday.
DeleteLooks like a wonderful gallery! I enjoyed the series of photos. Have a happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteIt is a galllery featuring lots of arts and history.
DeleteHi, Melody! What a great museum :) I live in Spain, so I cannot visit it. Well, maybe someday I make a trip to Glasgow, who knows. The entry free surprises me, almost all the museums cost something nowadays. It seems an interesting place. Thank you for describing your visit :)
ReplyDeleteAnd I hope you feel as well as right now in the future, I can notice your happines in the way you wrote this post.
Have a nice weekend! ;-)
Hi! I’m glad you enjoyed my post about the museum! It’s wonderful to hear from someone in Spain—what a beautiful country. Glasgow has some fantastic museums and galleries, and many of them are free, making art accessible to everyone.
DeleteIf you do make it to Glasgow one day, I’m sure you’ll find it inspiring. Thank you for your kind words! I hope you have a wonderful week.
Olá, querida amiga Melody!
ReplyDeleteUm lindo museu e vocês formam um belo e animado par.
Tenha um final de semana abençoado!
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Hello! Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad you enjoyed the post about the museum. Wishing you a wonderful and blessed week.
DeleteI liked that look of this art gallery
ReplyDeleteNice setting, which is fresh and interactive.
DeleteGreat place and wonderful pictures!!!
ReplyDeleteMelody, you and your boyfriend had a really great day!!!
Melody, I salute you and I wish you a good and pleasant Sunday!
Thank you! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the pictures and the post! It was indeed a wonderful day spent exploring together. I appreciate your kind wishes, and I hope you have a lovely week too.
DeleteWe have a few great museums in the United States with free admission, and most of them seem to be associated with great universities (such as the Peabody at Yale University, which is not primarily an art museum). Perhaps it's the same in Scotland. That is one impressive museum you introduced me to, and you had a lot of room for your photography session. One painting that intrigued me was Portrait of a Lady with Parrot, by Antonis Mors, a painter I hadn't heard of. I hope your feelings of happiness continue.
ReplyDeleteIt’s great to hear about the wonderful museums in the United States! Many universities have fantastic collections, and it’s wonderful that they offer free admission.
DeleteThe Portrait of a Lady with a Parrot by Antonis Mor is indeed a striking piece! Mor was known for his detailed portraits, and that particular painting captures a beautiful sense of intimacy and elegance. I’m glad it intrigued you!
Thank you for your kind wishes; I hope to continue sharing joyful experiences and discoveries. If you have any favorite museums or artworks, I’d love to hear about them!
Sounds like a great place.
ReplyDeleteHi Liz, it is a lovely place.
DeleteSo happy to hear you're in such a great place right now. Nothing like feeling full of joy. I hope you always feel this refreshed and happy.
ReplyDeleteThis Hunterian art gallery looks amazing.
How cool that the entrance is free.
The art displayed is very impressive.
I like you casual styling...and that hat is so cool.
Lovely photos with your partner.
You guys look so happy together!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad you enjoyed this post about the Hunterian Art Gallery. It truly is a wonderful place, and having free entry makes it even better, allowing everyone to enjoy the art.
DeleteI appreciate your compliments on my casual style and the hat! It was a lovely day spent with my partner, and I’m glad the photos captured our happiness. Moments like these are what it’s all about!
If you have any favorite art spots or experiences you'd like to share, I’d love to hear about them!
Thanks for sharing this lovely place -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome.
DeleteOlá, Melody, tudo bem?
ReplyDeleteAdorei sua visita lá no meu blog.
Eu gosto de museus, eles sempre tem muito o que ensinar. Belas peças possuem esse que você visitou.
Vocês são muito simpáticos.
Abraços.
Hello! I’m doing well, thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed my visit to your blog. Museums truly are incredible places for learning and inspiration, and it’s wonderful to hear that you appreciate them too.
DeleteGenial visita.
ReplyDeleteIt was indeed a lovely time.
DeleteWhat an interesting museum with lots of different areas to explore! If I'm ever in Glasgow I'll make sure to visit. I love visiting museums!
ReplyDeleteIt really is a fantastic museum with a diverse range of exhibits! There’s something for everyone, whether you’re interested in art, history, or science. If you ever get the chance to visit Glasgow, the Hunterian Art Gallery should definitely be on your list!
DeleteHi Melody!
ReplyDeleteyou both look gorgeous in that superb museum, i wish visit that majestic museum.
Hi! Thank you so much for your lovely compliment! The museum truly is majestic, and it was a wonderful experience exploring it together. I hope you get the chance to visit someday—it’s definitely worth it!
DeleteAwesome museum. Looks like you both had a lot of fun.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteI love art museums! This one looks extraordinary in the different eras shown. It looks like a place you could spend hours in and still not see everything!
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Absolutely! Art museums are often treasure troves of history and creativity, with so much to explore across different eras and styles. They can easily keep you captivated for hours, as each piece tells a unique story and invites reflection. It’s amazing how many emotions and ideas can be conveyed through art.
DeleteOur university also has a museum, that of archaeology. But it cannot boast of owning Rembrandt. I love art! And I’ve seen in many across Europe treating a museum as “a space for exploration and experimentation, for enjoyment and reflection”. That’s become a trend even with most reputable institutions, like the Hermitage, Rijksmuseum or Uffizi. It is probably necessary with generation Apple to involve them in all possible ways. Can I ask you an impertinent question? Is Melody a name or a nick? I’m just wondering:)
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Irina
It's fantastic that your university has an archaeology museum! Museums really are wonderful spaces for exploration and reflection, and it’s inspiring to see how institutions are evolving to engage newer generations. The shift toward creating interactive and immersive experiences is definitely a trend that seems to resonate with younger audiences.
DeleteAs for your question, Melody is a nickname! but people also bare Melody.
The gallery is a treasure. What a great place to wander and enjoy the art work of the centuries. You shared it beautifully!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed reading.
DeleteWhat a fabulous place to visit! All of this art looks incredible.
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It truly is a fabulous place!
DeleteWhat a cool gallery and I love your outfit and how you guys pose for the camera!
ReplyDeleteHahahaha, I guess I am rubbing off on my partner. We are becoming natural at photography. Thank you
DeleteThat's a fabulous gallery. By the way, you look stunning too in the pics.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteVery interesting gallery and great photos.
ReplyDeleteYou and your boyfriend look great together.
And you look wonderful, that hat suits you.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad you found the gallery interesting and enjoyed the photos. It was a lovely day, and I appreciate your compliments about the hat and the time spent with my partner.
DeleteBRB booking tickets to Scotland <3
ReplyDeleteScotland has so much to offer, and you’ll love exploring all the beautiful sights and cultural experiences. Enjoy planning your trip, and if you need any recommendations for places to visit or things to do while you’re there, just let me know! Safe travels! ❤️
DeleteI absolutely enjoyed tagging along to Hunterian Art Gallery! What a fantastic museum. I'm quite partial to James Whistler myself and of course, being in Glasgow, it's only fitting that it features works by Mackintosh! And I'm very impressed that there are some Rubens, as he was born and bred in my hometown of Antwerp! xxx
ReplyDeleteI’m so glad you enjoyed tagging along to the Hunterian Art Gallery! It really is a fantastic place, especially with its rich collection. James Whistler’s work is truly captivating, and it’s wonderful that you have a personal connection to it.
DeleteWhat a cool museum and you look so cute in that hat! Glad your mental health is doing well, that is so important!
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Thank you so much, Carrie! I appreciate your kind words about the hat!
DeleteQuerida amiga, precioso recorrido por ese museo tan bello, las imágenes preciosas y tu ves muy bonita.
ReplyDeleteAbrazos y besos, que tengas un feliz inicio de semana
Thank you.
DeleteBeautiful lady and beautiful place. The paintings are stunning.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Granny Sue.
DeleteSo much to see at this gallery.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your post, thank you.
All the best Jan
Thank you.
DeleteThe Hunterian is a great museum, glad you enjoyed your visit so much.
ReplyDeleteI did, thank you.
DeleteWhat a beautiful place with stunning exhibits! I would LOVE to visit Glasgow some day!
ReplyDeleteIt really is a beautiful place with an impressive range of exhibits! Glasgow has a vibrant art scene, and there’s so much to see beyond just the Hunterian Art Gallery.
DeleteI am so glad to hear that you are in a positive space and are feeling joyful. You deserve to feel that way all the time! The Hunterian Art Gallery sounds like it was a really special place to visit. I hadn't heard of James Whistler before, but you are so right that his work is powerful. It is wonderful that admission to the gallery was free! What a nice treat. Your outfit is fabulous as well. I just love the hat you wore! Thank you for sharing some of the pieces on display in the gallery. It is incredible that you were able to see them in person.
ReplyDeletethe creation of beauty is art.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and kind words! I truly appreciate it. The Hunterian Art Gallery is indeed a special place, and getting to see James Whistler's work in person was a highlight! His pieces have such a unique emotional depth, and I’m glad you found them powerful.
DeleteThe collection at this small art gallery is truly captivating. Each piece displays a remarkable level of creativity, with vibrant colors and intricate details that draw you in. You must have really enjoyed her visit to the gallery, taking in all the beautiful art. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us!
ReplyDeleteHi Melody. Excelente post. If I ever find myself in Scotland, It's a place I will visit for sure. Thank you ever so much :) Peace :)
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