AroundTown MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS
PREVIEW HALLOWE’EN EVENTS ROUND-UP THE BEST SPOOKY EVENTS ON AND AROUND OCTOBER 31 There’s a strong emphasis on storytelling in Edinburgh’s Hallowe’en events this year. Owen Pilgrim’s Hallowe’en Stories (Edinburgh Printmakers, 31 Oct) are suitable for ages 8+, while Marion Kenny’s Meet the Ancestors song’n’story sesh should suit those aged 4–12 (Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 28 Oct). Adults-only scary-tales are on offer at Writer’s Bloc’s cleverly named Seance Fiction session (Bongo Club, 31 Oct) and Seoras Macpherson’s Hallowe’en Hosting (Queen’s Hall, 28 Oct), the latter as part of the Scottish Storytelling Festival. If you fancy stretching your legs while getting scared stiff, the City of the Dead are hosting special
Hallowe’eny editions of their walking tours (meet behind St Giles’ Cathedral, 26–28 & 31 Oct), while Holyrood’s Hallowe’en promises an undead Ranger-led walk that’s somehow suitable for little ’uns (Holyrood Park, 29 & 30 Oct). For Hallowe’en thrills with a more paganistic, theatrical bent, head along to the Beltane society’s annual recreation of Samhuinn (in front of St Giles Cathedral, 31 Oct).
A more immersive terror experience is available through in Glasgow, where the Alien War phenomenon is all about making you keech yer breeks (Arches, until 14 Apr 2013). Okay, it may not be specifically Hallowe’en- related, but it’s darn scary – see our feature on page 16 for more details. The Flying Duck is hosting two ghoulish events: the irreverent over-18s theatre production Hamlet vs Zombies (31 Oct) and their Mexican Day of the Dead celebrations (2 Nov). For the kids, the Grisly Tales from Tumblewater (ages 8+, Platform, 29 Oct) should satisfy their desire for ghost stories, while the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre hosts a Witches and Wizards Workshop (28 Oct) and Wizzi Wizards Hallowe’en Magic (29 Oct). (Niki Boyle) ■ For full Hallowe’en events info, see listings.
42 THE LIST 18 Oct–15 Nov 2012
Museums and attractions are listed by city, then alphabetically by venue.
GLASGOW
■ BURRELL COLLECTION 2060 Pollokshaws Road, 287 2550, glasgowlife.org.uk/museums Mon– Thu & Sat 10am–5pm; Fri & Sun 11am–5pm. Free. In the heart of Pollok Country Park is this collection of art, including work by Degas, Rodin and Cézanne as well as ancient and medieval artefacts. It is named after shipping tycoon Sir William Burrell, who amassed much of its collection of over 8000 objects in his own lifetime. ■ GLASGOW BOTANIC GARDENS 730 Great Western Road, 339 6964, glasgow.gov.uk Gardens open daily 7am–dusk; glasshouses open daily 10am–6pm until Sun 28 Oct (10am–4.15pm thereafter); visitor centre 11am–4pm. Free. A great place to relax in summer or take a brisk walk in winter, with a programme of events including stargazing, gardening talks and even theatre. Also look out for exotics and exhibitions in Kibble Palace Glasshouse and the vegetable, herb and flower gardens.
■ GLASGOW NECROPOLIS 50 Cathedral Square, 552 3145, glasgownecropolis.org Daily 7am– dusk. Free. Standing on a hill behind Glasgow Cathedral, the necropolis is the city’s own Père Lachaise with an obelisk to John Knox, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s first solo work, and breathtaking views to boot. Tours are offered by the Friends of Glasgow Necropolis, advance booking essential.
■ GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART 167 Renfrew Street, 566 1472, gsa. ac.uk/visit-gsa Interpretation space & shop open daily 10.30am–6.30pm; frequent tours departing between 11am and 5pm. Tours £8.75 (£7; under 18s £4; under 5s free). Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s astounding architectural masterpiece (and still a working art school) can be viewed throughout the year, with daily tours led by current students offering an in-depth look at the building’s design. ■ GLASGOW SCIENCE CENTRE 50 Pacific Quay, 420 5000, gsc.org. uk Daily 10am–5pm until Mon 29 Oct. Thereafter Wed–Fri 10am–30pm; Sat & Sun 10am–5pm; closed Mon & Tue. £9.95 (£7.95; under 3s free); Planetarium, Glasgow Tower or IMAX Science films £2.50 extra. The home of Scotland’s first IMAX cinema, as well as fun exhibits, science shows, workshops and talks. Keep Britain Smiling Until Sun 21 Oct. Exhibition aimed at families with 11 interactive exhibits looking at the anatomy of the mouth and the history of dentistry and oral health. Engineer It Until Sun 21 Oct. A week of engineering-themed fun with construction workshops and challenges.
■ HUNTERIAN MUSEUM & ART GALLERY 82 Hillhead Street, 330 4221 (museum)/ 330 5434 (gallery), gla.ac.uk/hunterian Tue–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 11am–4pm; closed Mon. Free; Mackintosh House £5 (£3; under 18s free). Scotland’s oldest public museum, founded in 1807, houses collections relating to science, medicine, archaeology, geology and more, as well as art by Charles Rennie Mackintosh (including The Mackintosh House – the reassembled interior of his home) and James McNeill Whistler. ■ KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY & MUSEUM Argyle Street, 276 9599, glasgowlife. org.uk/museums Mon–Thu & Sat