It's a small, purpose built museum depicting the religious history of Glasgow. It's most famous work is Dali's 'Christ of St John of the Cross' a stunning,awe inspiring and mesmerising painting that never fails to fascinate. You can look at it for hours and it still holds your attention. It was purchased by the City Fathers in the early 50s amid much controversy but is now one of the City's most prized possessions.
Near to Strathclyde University and about a 10-15 minute walk from the City Centre.
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Just a note to say that Dali's Christ of St. John of the Cross has now been relocated to its old home at Kelvingrove Museum & Art Gallery which was reopened to the public at the tail end of last year following a complete refurbishment. This stunning building housing a superb collection should be at the top of anyone's list of "things to do in Glasgow"...probably the most child-friendly museum I've ever visited. The Dali isn't there anymore. It's been moved back to Kelvingrove. Dali's Christ of St John of the Cross returned to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum after it re-opened following refurbishment. Even though the Dali isn't there any more, I would still recommend this museum as it is an extremely peaceful and meditative space.
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It's not strictly accurate to describe the building as a purpose built museum. It was designed as a visitor centre and halls for the Friends of Glasgow cathedral, then when the Friends ran out of money the City Council took over the project and came up with this very nice, but more than a little pointless, museum.