‘Treasures from the Attic’ – Biggar Museum’s Hidden Collection
Exhibition running from 23rd May – 26th July 2026.
‘Treasures from the Attic’ is a collection of the Artworks and Treasures we hold in the Museum’s attic that, like most museums, the public never get to see.
Some of the artwork we will be displaying will include works by Robert Gemmell Hutchison (1855-1936), William Crozier (1893-1930) and John Pairman (1788-1843), all of whom have a connection to Biggar.
Treasures will include some of our silverware and a magnificent clock made by James Plenderleith, a joiner from Biggar, whose family were well known in conservation practices in museums.
Free Entry to Exhibition.
Museum open Tuesday – Saturday 10-5pm and Sunday 1-5pm.
‘On Tinto Hill’ by Robert Gemmell Hutchison painted 1888. It is of the artist’s wife, Janet Boe of Biggar, and first born daughter, Maud.
We are very happy to have partnered with The Royal Scottish Academy to celebrate Scottish art.
Founded in 1826, the Royal Scottish Academy supports art and architecture in Scotland. It is an independent, non-governmental institution, governed by Members to operate on a charitable basis. The RSA run a year-round programme of exhibitions, artist opportunities and events from the Mound, Edinburgh, and care for a nationally recognised collection. The RSA support artists and architects through awards, residencies, scholarships and bursaries.
In 2026 the RSA will celebrate its 200th anniversary. It is marking this occasion nationwide with RSA200: Celebrating Together. This partnership project will bring hundreds of artists, partners, galleries and institutions together for an extraordinary year of exhibitions, events and performances.
