The Tenement House

Address: 145 Buccleuch Street, Garnethill,
Glasgow, G3 6QN.
Tel: 0141 333 0183

Acquired by the National Trust for Scotland in 1982, The Tenement House has a special place in the hearts of generations of Glaswegians who have fond memories of tenement dwelling in their childhood, youth and adult life. Completed in 1892, this elegantly restored sandstone building is in pristine condition externally and internally and the first floor apartment which houses the museum is a treasure trove of 19th century splendour, having retained its original period features and character.

Previously owned by shorthand typist, Miss Agnes Toward for over 50 years, The Tenement House is a magnificent 'time capsule', depicting an authentic image of what home life was like during the early 20th Century. A large number of Miss Toward's household possessions have been retained including a gas-lit parlour and beautifully restored and polished rosewood piano, capturing the essence of the era.

Listen to the tick-tock of the grandfather clock in the hallway and marvel at the kitchen range that was once the most commonly used cooking appliance throughout Scotland. Other eye-catching period features are the bed recesses as opposed to bedrooms, equally serving its purpose as a comfortable sleeping quarter, depending on the size of the household.

The Tenement House allows visitors to step back in time to an important period of Glasgow's and social history and is testimony to Glasgow's rich industrial heritage and economic and demographic growth of the city at the turn of the 20th Century. Guided tours of the Tenement House are available, courtesy of informative staff who live to tell the tale of life in Glasgow's tenements during the early and mid 20th Century and even today.

Contributing to the upkeep and conservation of this stunning property, a small entrance fee is incurred to experience the Tenement House at £3.50 for adults, £2.50 for children and concessions and free of charge for members of the NTS. The Tenement house is opened daily from the 1st of March - 31st of October from 1pm until 5pm. The museum is within short walking distance from Glasgow City Centre and close to Cowcaddens Underground Station