All Stories
Pests in collections – silverfish
Pests can cause irreversible damage in historical collections. Silverfish are very hard to eradicate, so we keep them in check with integrated pest management programmes.
The ‘Spanish flu’ and the Tenement House
We take a look at how the 1918 flu pandemic might have affected Miss Agnes Toward, who lived in Glasgow at that time.
Ask a curator!
For #AskACuratorDay, our curators share their favourite objects from across the Trust’s collections.
Tartan in art
We take a look at a much-admired portrait and discover the hidden meanings behind the use of tartan in art.
Morphinomania in the 19th century
We take a look at one of 19th-century Britain’s most ubiquitous but deadly substances.
The Hill House: the bathroom
One of the more unusual objects in the Hill House collection is the shower. Yes, you read that correctly – visitors are often quite startled to see a shower in a house of this age, and by how it looks!
James Nasmyth and the Philosopher’s Stone
To celebrate World Literacy Day (8 September), we take a closer look at a painting by James Nasmyth to uncover a story about alchemy and friendship.
Art competition gallery
We asked you to create your very own masterpiece to celebrate our incredible places. Take a look at some of our favourites.
Best of the beards
In celebration of World Beard Day on Saturday 5 September, we share some of the best bristles from across our collections.