Maryhill Burgh Halls
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10 - 24 Gairbraid Avenue, G20 8YE
1878, Duncan McNaughtan Visit the Category B listed Burgh Halls of the historic Burgh of Maryhill. View the iconic stained glass windows designed by Stephen Adam, learn about the unique heritage of the area’s industrial and social past, and find out who was Mary Hill.
The stunning stained glass windows portray the variety of trades in Maryhill and offer a glimpse into the past of those who lived and worked in the area in the time of renowned maker and designer Stephen Adam. Maryhill, once an expanse of fields in the Gairbraid Estate quickly grew into a thriving industrial area where families flocked to live and work upon the expansion of the Forth and Clyde Canal. The Burgh Halls built in 1878 became a social and civic hub of the community, with a bath house, fire station and police station located next door. Join a tour of the Halls to learn the story of its refurbishment, a story of progression into the 21st Century and celebration of a long standing heritage and find out who was Mary Hill? |
Sat-Sun 10am-4pm
Tours: 11am & 2pm; 60 minutes Meeting point: Reception Booking: Saturday 15th September 11am Saturday 15th September 2pm Sunday 16th September 11am Sunday 16th September 2pm Parking: Free parking situated in all roads surrounding. 6 disabled spaces at front doors
Accessibility: Flat access to front doors. Accessible lift to all floors, accessible toilets on all floors (two on ground floor) |
Children's Activities
Hear about the stories told by our famous stained glass windows and make your own with stained glass' arts and crafts activities.
Sat & Sun 10am-4pm
Sat & Sun 10am-4pm
