The gallery houses the largest public display of works by James McNeill Whistler in the world.
The Mackintosh House features original fixtures, furniture, and fittings salvaged from the architect's demolished home at 78 Southpark Avenue.
The Hunterian's collections originated from Dr. William Hunter's personal accumulation of art, coins, manuscripts, and biological specimens.
The gallery contains one of the finest collections of Roman artifacts from the Antonine Wall, though these are often housed across different Hunterian sites.
The reconstruction of The Mackintosh House includes the original front door and stained glass from the 1906 residence.
The Hunterian Art Gallery is part of Scotland’s oldest public museum, founded in 1807 following the bequest of anatomist Dr. William Hunter. It is located on the campus of the University of Glasgow and houses one of the most important collections of works by James McNeill Whistler. The gallery includes The Mackintosh House, a precise reconstruction of the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s Glasgow home. The permanent collection features works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and Stubbs. It serves as a research hub for the university while remaining open to the general public. The gallery space is distinct for its modernist architectural design situated within a historic university setting.
The high-ceilinged interior of The Mackintosh House living room, specifically the white-painted furniture arrangements.
Book your entry for The Mackintosh House in advance, as guided tour capacity is strictly limited.
Combine your visit with a walk through the main University of Glasgow campus to see the Gothic Revival architecture.
Check the official website for rotating special exhibitions, which often feature contemporary local artists.
Do not mistake the Art Gallery building for the Hunterian Museum, which is located in a different building on the same campus.
Closed on Mondays.
Photography for personal use is permitted without flash; large bags must be left in lockers.
