To celebrate the bicentenary of Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson‘s birth a programme of events and activities have been planned to take place throughout 2017. We will continue to update this calendar throughout the year with more and more exciting events as these are confirmed so please keep checking back. You can also sign up to our e-mail newsletter here to stay up to date.
A unique opportunity to see restoration work in progress at Holmwood. During the visit you will get the opportunity to see the application of stencil work patterns that replicate Thomson’s painstakingly uncovered original decoration scheme. NTS staff will be on hand to provide information regarding the works currently underway, whilst tea and coffee are available for…
A unique opportunity to see restoration work in progress at Holmwood. During the visit you will get the opportunity to see the application of stencil work patterns that replicate Thomson’s painstakingly uncovered original decoration scheme. NTS staff will be on hand to provide information regarding the works currently underway, whilst tea and coffee are available for…
A unique opportunity to see restoration work in progress at Holmwood. During the visit you will get the opportunity to see the application of stencil work patterns that replicate Thomson’s painstakingly uncovered original decoration scheme. NTS staff will be on hand to provide information regarding the works currently underway, whilst tea and coffee are available for…
A unique opportunity to see restoration work in progress at Holmwood. During the visit you will get the opportunity to see the application of stencil work patterns that replicate Thomson’s painstakingly uncovered original decoration scheme. NTS staff will be on hand to provide information regarding the works currently underway, whilst tea and coffee are available for…
Mark Baines is the chairman of the Alexander Thomson Society, an organisation that protects Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson’s legacy and his architectural heritage. This talk will look at the former Caledonia Road Church along with other buildings designed by Thomson on the South Side of the city, including Walmer Crescent, Moray Place and a number of…
Alexander Dennistoun commissioned a grand design from James Salmon for a new middle class suburb. However, as the 19th century ended, pressure to house Glasgow’s influx of workers forced higher population density, creating the community’s extraordinary variety. Led by Roger Guthrie of the Alexander Thomson Society. Meeting point: Duke Street Post Office (1 Annfield Place)
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