Welcome to Provand's Lordship

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Visiting Glasgow Life Museums

Provand's Lordship is the oldest house in Glasgow believed to have been founded in 1471.

Provand's Lordship Highlights

Royal Portraits

Find these portraits of Mary Queen of Scots, and Henry VIII on the first floor.

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St Nicholas Garden, behind Provand's Lordship

St Nicholas Garden

The garden honours the house’s history of supplying herbs and botanicals to a nearby hospital.

An example of a mahogany chair, originally from Aberdeen purchased by Sir William Burrell

Armchair

These ‘Aberdeen’ chairs often feature carved dates, heraldry, and owner initials.

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Plan Your Visit

To help you plan the perfect day out, find out more about the museum, accessibility and opening times.
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Where to find these highlights in Provand's Lordship

St Nicholas Garden, behind Provand's Lordship
Provand's Lordship and the St Nicolas Garden

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