Museums & Galleries · Glasgow
The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow
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Photo: Stinglehammer (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Museum collection telling the story of the College and Glasgow
- Archives dating back to 1602, including the first minute book
- College Library founded in 1698 with donated books
- Digitised items covering medicine, surgery and dentistry history
- Browse collections by tags such as surgery, anatomy and dentistry
This museum explores the archives, books and objects of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, covering medicine, surgery and dentistry from the 15th century to today. You can browse digitised items from the museum, library and archive collections, with a strong focus on Glasgow and the West of Scotland's medical history, including topics such as surgery, anatomy, dentistry and notable figures like William Macewen and Joseph Lister. It suits anyone curious about medical heritage or local history. The museum sits in Glasgow City, within the Museums & Galleries category, just 0.3 miles from Glasgow Central station, making it an easy addition to a city visit, with 73 bookable places to stay within 5 miles.
Practical details
- Best for
- Those interested in Scottish medical history and the history of Glasgow medicine
From the attraction's own website on 14 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Guided Tours
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🚆 Or come by train
- Glasgow Central 0.3 miles
- Anderston 0.3 miles
- Charing Cross (Glasgow) 0.3 miles
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