Exhibitions, Events and Activities

In addition to our core displays and changing temporary exhibitions, we offer many activities and events within Low Parks Museum.

Exhibitions

Free entry, open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm.

Our current exhibitions or displays:

Brush and Beyond

28 June - 16 August

SLLC’s Culture department offer a wide range of “art” activities to the local community which includes painting and drawing, ceramics, stained glass, dressmaking, traditional arts and crafts, guitar, drumming and much more.

All our tutors are talented artists and committed to inspiring participants of all ages and abilities in their creative work by passing on their expert knowledge and techniques to participants whilst building up their confidence to express themselves in whatever way they wish.

This exhibition showcases the wealth of talent that we are lucky to have within our family of “tutors”.

Pride Connect

1 July - 2 August

Lanarkshire Pride created the youth group 'Pride Connect' to support LGBTQ+ 16-24 year-olds in 2025. This is a creative space to socialise, build new skills and express themselves.

Backed by the National Lottery Community Fund and VASLan, the group has explored music production, visual art, drama, and other creative forms to spark conversations, build confidence and connections. The photography on display was developed in close collaboration with participants, who co-directed the imagery alongside photographer Gavin McCourt. These portraits document the very first Pride Connect sessions—capturing not only faces, but pride, courage, and connection.

Events

80 Years On: The Second World War Remembered

14 August
7:00pm
Free admission

On the eve of the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, join us at Low Parks Museum for an evening of reflection to mark the end of the Second World War. Through first-hand accounts of those who lived through it, and a carefully selected programme of pipe music, we acknowledge the human stories at the heart of this momentous conflict.

Admission is free, but a ticket should be booked via the online box office.

SL Harmonics Christmas Concert

11 December
7:30pm
£8.50 / £7.50 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

Launching Low Parks Museum festive programme is our annual Christmas Concert courtesy of SL Harmonics. With choral and solo performances, the specially selected programme of modern and classical vocal pieces is sure to entertain audiences of all ages. With suitably seasonal refreshments offered as part of the ticket price, it's a delightful way to welcome in the most wonderful time of the year!

Available to book online or by calling The Town House Hamilton on 01698 452299.

Activities

Lego Club

Join us for bespoke building and creative construction between 10:30am-12:30pm on the first and third Saturdays of each month between February and October.

Whether our budding builders follow our changing weekly theme or create their own construction, we offer each participant the opportunity to showcase their brilliant builds between sessions in our special display cases in the museum’s reception area.

Only £3.90 per session, please book at reception as spaces are limited.

ACE discount available, please ask at reception.

Low Parks Museum Lego Club image Lego model of Low Parks Museum

Heritage Trail

A walking and cycling route between two of South Lanarkshire’s most prestigious historic buildings enhanced to provide an opportunity for everyone to enjoy and engage with their local heritage and landscape, while benefitting their health and wellbeing.

The app called "Chatelherault to Low Parks Heritage Trail" (a free download from Google Play or the App Store, depending on your device) details and tracks your route while providing heritage content along the way. Learn key facts about the landscape’s history and enjoy archive images and historic footage to enhance your experience.

Finish off with a leisurely wander around the museum, a browse in the shop or visit the café for a spot of something lovely! This route can be reversed, Chatelherault’s shop and café are also well worth a visit!

The project has been funded by Smarter Choices, Smarter Places – Paths for All’s grant scheme to support behavioural change initiatives to improve people’s lives.