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The Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC) is the store for the museums' collections when they are not on display at their venues. The main collections stored at the Glasgow Museums Resource Centre are Art and Painting, Arms and Armour, Natural History, Technology and World Cultures.

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Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
200 Woodhead Road,
South Nitshill Industrial Estate
G53 7NN Glasgow

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Visitor information Glasgow Museums Resource Centre

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
11:00 – 17:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Admission

0+Free
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

200 Woodhead Road,, Glasgow

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Exhibitions

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Glasgow Museums Resource Centre Reviews

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC) is a unique facility that serves as a storage and research center for Glasgow's extensive museum collections. While not a traditional museum, it offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the city's cultural heritage. The center houses millions of objects that are not on display in other Glasgow museums, making it a treasure trove for those interested in history, art, and science.

    Visitors appreciate the guided tours that provide access to areas normally closed to the public. These tours offer insights into conservation practices, collection management, and the sheer variety of artifacts stored at the facility. The knowledgeable staff members are often praised for their enthusiasm and ability to share interesting stories about the objects.

    However, it's important to note that the GMRC is not a typical museum experience. Some visitors find the industrial warehouse setting less engaging than traditional museum displays. The center is primarily a working facility, which means that not all areas are accessible, and the experience can feel limited compared to fully curated exhibitions.

    The GMRC is particularly appealing to those with a deep interest in museology or specific areas of Glasgow's history. For casual visitors, the experience might be less captivating, as the objects are stored rather than displayed in curated exhibits.

    One of the strengths of the GMRC is its educational value, offering workshops and handling sessions that allow for a more interactive experience with historical objects. This aspect is especially appreciated by schools and educational groups.

    Overall, the Glasgow Museums Resource Centre provides a different perspective on museum collections and operations. It's best suited for those with a keen interest in the behind-the-scenes aspects of museum work or researchers looking to access specific collections.

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    Alex • 24 Sept 2019

    Very friendly and knowledgeable staff lots to see the only downside is probably that an hour is not enough, will definitely return

    Visited on 24 Sept 2019

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