St Mungo Museum Of Religious Life And Art

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This unique museum explores the importance of religion in people's lives across the world and across time. The building, which stands on the site of the medieval Bishop's Castle, was opened in April 1993.

The museum promotes the understanding and respect between people of different faiths and none. Displays occupy three floors and are divided into four exhibition areas:

The Gallery of Religious Art
The Gallery of Religious Life
The Scottish Gallery, and a
Temporary exhibition space.

In the Gallery of Religious Art you can reflect on the awesome figure of the Hindu god Shiva, Lord of the Dance. The gallery is illuminated with a wealth of colours by beautiful stained glass windows depicting Christian saints and prophets.

The Gallery of Religious Life explores the world's six main religions:

Buddhism
Christianity
Hinduism
Islam
Judaism
Sikhism

In this gallery you can listen to people of all religions talk about their faith. You can also meet the Mexican Day of the Dead skeleton, which celebrates the victory of life over death.

The Scottish Gallery presents the story of how religion has shaped the culture and beliefs of people in the west of Scotland from earliest times to the present. You can admire the beautiful Sharing of Faiths Banner, which celebrates the multi-faith city of Glasgow today.

Beside the museum you can contemplate in Britain's first permanent Zen garden. It is a masterpiece of simplicity, symbolising the harmony between people and nature.

Admission:
Free

Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday and Saturday 10am to 5pm
Friday and Sunday 11am to 5pm.