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Gladstone's Land
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There are six rooms that can be viewed at Gladstone’s Land. The rooms are furnished with period furniture and objects, to provide a sense of what life was like in the 17th century.
One will experience a 17th century retail experience in the luckenbooth that dates back to 1620. The hall dates back to 1550 and was the home of guild-officer for a short time.
On the first floor one can discover how a wealthy person lived in the 17th century. One can view a large choice of period furnishings and the spectacular painted ceiling dating to 1620.
In the 18th century Green Room, one can appreciate the changes in technology that made life much more pleasant and agreeable.
At the end of your visit, browse the new shop with an excellent selection of merchandise suitable for all tastes.
The Gladstone Gallery has changing exhibitions of contemporary local artists.
‘Reinventing Cultural Iconography’, 30 March – 4 April, an exhibition of young Spanish and Scottish artists. From 13-18 April , Sylvia Von Hartmann R.S.W. will have an exhibition of her prints.
Free admission to the gallery on the second floor of Gladstone's Land.
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