Collections
South Lanarkshire's museum collections reflect different aspects of our culture, identity and history.
We can all learn from them, contribute to them and enjoy them.
Over 150,000 objects link the social, industrial and domestic activities of people who lived in, worked in, or were connected with South Lanarkshire. They range from the ordinary, such as a Victorian chamber pot, to the surprising, for example, a 110 year-old plum pudding from the Boer War. There are also some rare and very special items, among them a
collection of seven Victoria Crosses, and the black marble staircase from Hamilton Palace.
By caring for and developing the collections on your behalf, we ensure that they continue to be relevant, and are preserved for future generations.
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Collections development policies
Our collections development policies guide us in managing and caring for South Lanarkshire’s museum collections.
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Collections enquiries & local history
As only a small percentage of the collection can be displayed at any one time, we run an enquiry service which allows you to find out about items in the collection.
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Copyright policy
You are welcome to use our website and online collections information for your private study, research or general interest. Please read our copyright policy information.
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Online collection
We are developing our online catalogue so that as much of the collections are available as possible. This is a long term project and we suggest that you check regularly for updates.
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South Lanarkshire Museum collections
South Lanarkshire's museum collections reflect different aspects of our culture, identity and history. We can all learn from them, contribute to them and enjoy them.
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The Cameronians (Scottish Rifles)
South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture's museums care for, collect and manage the collections of the Cameronians. Disbanded in 1968 the collections continue to grow and show how life was in the Cameronians.