The Burrell Collection

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@defiaye One of the roles of museums is to prompt discussion about works and what they mean to the people who made them, owned them or appreciate them. Thank you for asking for more information about one of our displays. More information on our approach at https://t.co/TmuB9JRTYm

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Want to learn more about our objects? Come to our weekly Burrell Bite - a free, short object talk by a volunteer or staff member. This week we will discuss arming sword. Meet at the reception desk at 12:30pm on Wednesday⚔️

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Want to learn more about our objects? Come to our weekly Burrell Bite - a free, short object talk by a volunteer or staff member. This week we will discuss Beatrix of Falkenburg. Meet at the reception desk at 12:30pm on Wednesday

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Want to learn more about our objects? Come to our weekly Burrell Bite - a free, short object talk by a volunteer or staff member. This week we will discuss the Charles I snuff box. Meet at the reception desk at 12:30pm on Wednesday 👑

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Join our expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours. No booking required, join us by the tour meeting point screen at 12.30pm

What's On this February? Visit our website to find out: https://t.co/o7FzF6iRft

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Hidden Histories Tour 🗯️👇

Join Curator of British Art Jo Meacock today 12.30pm-1.00pm to learn more about this watercolour, the Glasgow Boys' travels and art imperialism.

FREE! Meet us next to the tour meeting point at reception.
Image: Arthur Melville, The Water Seller

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We can't wait to celebrate Lunar New Year with you tomorrow! 🏮🐍

Visit our website to find key times and information : https://t.co/rQCCaBQqZJ

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Happy Lunar New Year!✨🐍

Join us at the Burrell on Saturday for our Lunar New Year celebration with @ricefieldarts from 11am-4pm. Expect live dance, arts and crafts, talks, tours, face painting, and more - all FREE! 🙌

🔗https://t.co/rQCCaBQqZJ

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Want to learn more about our objects? Come to our weekly Burrell Bite - a free, short object talk by a volunteer or staff member. This week we will discuss the January Tapestry. Meet at the reception desk at 12:30pm on Wednesday 🍽️

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The museum will reopen again today, Sunday 26 January 11am-5pm. All access issues in the park caused by Storm Eowyn have been resolved. We look forward to welcoming you back!

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Storm Eowyn update: The museum will reopen as usual on Sunday 26 January, 11am-5pm. All access issues in the park as a result of the storm are being resolved today and the team look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow.

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**Storm Eowyn update**
The Burrell will remain closed Sat 25 Jan due to access issues in Pollok Country Park caused by Friday's severe weather. We will advise on reopening as soon as we are able to confirm.

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Let’s slither into the amazing Year of the Snake 🐍
To find out more about this animal of the Chinese Zodiac join Yupin Chung, Curator of Chinese Art at 2pm, 1st of February. Yupin will explore a Chinese wine vessel with intricate snake patterns, celebrating new beginnings. 🧧

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Want to learn more about our objects? Come to our weekly Burrell Bite - a free, short object talk by a volunteer or staff member. This week we will discuss the Labour of month: February stained glass. Meet at the reception desk at 12:30pm on Wednesday 🔥

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Please note due to maintenance works that the restaurant today will only be serving hot food until 2pm. Soup, sandwiches and cakes will be available until 4pm.

[The Burrell Collection @burrellcollect]

Want to learn more about our objects? Come to our weekly Burrell Bite - a free, short object talk by a volunteer or staff member. This week we will discuss a bronze wine vessel. Meet at the reception desk at 12:30pm on Wednesday

[The Burrell Collection @burrellcollect]

Celebrate the Year of the Snake at The Burrell Collection🐍🎉

📅 Sat 1st Feb, 11am-4pm - FREE!
🌟 Lion Dance by Glasgow Hong Lok Troupe
🎨 Workshops, crafts & calligraphy by Ricefield Arts
🎭 Storytelling & dance workshops (limited spaces)

Details: https://t.co/EXcM2JsX13

[The Burrell Collection @burrellcollect]

Join our expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours. No booking required, join us by the tour meeting point screen near reception at 12.30pm

Find out what's on this January: https://t.co/1bnVqjLzhD

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Don't miss our new Hidden Histories Tours and discover something new at the Burrell in 2025 ⭐ Upcoming tours include Balthasar and the Journey of the Magi, Arthur Melville's 'The Water Seller' & Dutch Colonialism

Free and no booking! https://t.co/kPVDoC2caa

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Explore the evolution of Balthasar and the Journey of the Magi with curator Edward Johnson on the Hidden Histories Tour, Jan 6th, 12:30–1 pm. 🌟 More: https://t.co/sQFEVjyw21