Museums

The Museum Service is passionate about caring for, and raising awareness of, South Lanarkshire's rich cultural heritage. We manage a fascinating and wonderfully varied collection of around 150,000 objects. These help to provide enjoyment and learning opportunities for all ages and abilities.

Low Parks in Hamilton is South Lanarkshire's Museum. This four star visitor attraction boasts dynamic displays, exhibitions, activities and events bringing South Lanarkshire's history to life.

Immerse yourself in our story, then treat yourself and relax in the museum’s Mezzanine Café. With children’s activities, one off events, changing exhibitions, concerts and free parking and museum entry, there is plenty for everyone to see and do. You can check what is on at Low Parks Museum in Events.

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Birthday parties

Discover the fantastic range of birthday party packages available from South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture.
Cameronians’ museum collections

We now have a new Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) regimental collections website.
Children's activities

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture offers a vast range of activities for children, from tots to teens.
Curator's Choice

Every three months we display Curators Choice items from our Museum collections in Rutherglen library, Hamilton Central library and Lanark library. All have a connection or story relating to those particular areas.
Facility and venue hire

Looking for a venue to hire? South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture has the perfect venue for you.
Family days out

Looking for a great day out this summer? Look no further. South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture has lots to offer...
Find us on Facebook

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture currently has four Facebook pages.
Hamilton Mausoleum

Hamilton Mausoleum was one of the finest private tombs in the country and is now one of the town’s most famous buildings. The chapel has a massive dome, over 36 metres high.
Hamilton Palace

Hamilton Palace was the largest non-royal residence in Britain, possibly even in Europe. It was the main residence of the Dukes of Hamilton from at least 1591 until 1919.
Lifelong Learning

We offer exciting learning opportunities for people of all ages and abilities throughout South Lanarkshire.
Low Parks Museum

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture's Low Parks Museum in Hamilton is a 4-star visitor attraction housed in two historic buildings of national importance.
Low Parks Museum charges

Information on charges for copies of a Museum Collection item or a research request
Low Parks Museum venue hire

Low Parks Museum is housed in beautiful and historically significant buildings which were once part of the Duke of Hamilton’s estate.
Online collection

At South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture we are developing our online catalogue so that as much of the collections are available as possible.
South Lanarkshire During Wartime

South Lanarkshire During Wartime, items of local history providing an insight into how local people experienced wartime
Weddings at Low Parks Museum

Providing a beautiful and romantic setting for your wedding day, the historic Assembly Room at Low Parks Museum, Hamilton, is the ideal venue for your special day.